Madankor - Sohiong, East Khasi Hills
Madankor is a village situated in the Sohiong subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 32 km from Mawphlang and around 52 km from Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madankor is 278107. The village falls under the 793115 pincode.
Madankor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohing Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madankor
According to the 2011 Census, Madankor village had a total population of 294 people, including 141 males and 153 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.49%, with male literacy at 52.69% and female literacy at 66.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 141 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 141 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 49 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 92 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Madankor
Madankor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Madankor
Madankor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Madankor is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madankor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madankor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Madankor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madankor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madankor
Where is Madankor located?
Madankor village is located in Sohiong Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Madankor?
The pincode of Madankor is 793115.
What is the population of Madankor?
Madankor had a total population of 294, including 141 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Madankor?
Madankor had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madankor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madankor was 60.49%. Male literacy was 52.69% and female literacy was 66.96%.