Lawdisai - Mawthadraishan, Eastern West Khasi Hills
Lawdisai is a village situated in the Mawthadraishan subdivision of Eastern West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Mawthadraishan and around 47 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawdisai is 276950. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Lawdisai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawthadraishan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawdisai
According to the 2011 Census, Lawdisai village had a total population of 239 people, including 116 males and 123 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 68.54% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 239.
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 | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 55 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Lawdisai
Lawdisai 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 Lawdisai
Lawdisai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nongstoin to Lawdisai is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawdisai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawdisai 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 Lawdisai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawdisai 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 Lawdisai
Where is Lawdisai located?
Lawdisai village is located in Mawthadraishan Subdivision, Eastern West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lawdisai?
The pincode of Lawdisai is 793119.
What is the population of Lawdisai?
Lawdisai had a total population of 239, including 116 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Lawdisai?
Lawdisai had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawdisai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawdisai was 70.00%. Male literacy was 68.54% and female literacy was 71.43%.