Myriaw - Mawthadraishan, Eastern West Khasi Hills
Myriaw is a village situated in the Mawthadraishan subdivision of Eastern West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from Mawthadraishan and around 46 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Myriaw is 276934. The village falls under the 793120 pincode.
Myriaw 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 Myriaw
As per Census 2011, Myriaw village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 673 males and 669 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 910 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,329 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Myriaw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 673 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 137 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,329 | 666 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 444 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 229 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Myriaw
Myriaw 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 Myriaw
Myriaw is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongstoin to Myriaw is about 46 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 Myriaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Myriaw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Myriaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Myriaw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Myriaw
Where is Myriaw located?
Myriaw village is located in Mawthadraishan Subdivision, Eastern West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Myriaw?
The pincode of Myriaw is 793120.
What is the population of Myriaw?
Myriaw has a total population of 1,342, including 673 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Myriaw?
There are 232 households in Myriaw.
What is the literacy rate in Myriaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Myriaw is 67.81%. Male literacy is 65.97% and female literacy is 69.66%.