Musiaw

Musiaw is a village located in Laskein subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Laskein (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Musiaw has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Musiaw

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Musiaw is 279201. Laskein is nearest town to Musiaw village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Musiaw

Below is a concise population overview of Musiaw as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 688 351 337
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 199 93 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 688 351 337
Literate Population 132 58 74
Illiterate Population 556 293 263

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Musiaw village:

  • The total population of Musiaw village is around 688, including approximately 351 males and 337 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 199 children aged 0–6 years in Musiaw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Musiaw village has 688 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Musiaw village is about 19.19%, with male literacy at 16.52% and female literacy at 21.96%.
  • There are around 121 households in Musiaw village.

Connectivity of Musiaw

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Musiaw. As per the 2011 stats, Musiaw had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Musiaw

Knowing the nearby villages of Musiaw helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Musiaw.

Myntler Laser Barato Moobando Latymphu Umsalang Khliehsiniriang Thangrain Nohkrei Khatkasla Psiar

Frequently Asked Questions about Musiaw

Where is Musiaw located?
Musiaw village is situated in Laskein Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Musiaw?
The pincode of Musiaw is 793150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Musiaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Musiaw is 688, with 351 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Musiaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Musiaw village has a total of 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musiaw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Musiaw is 19.19%. The male literacy rate is 16.52%, while the female literacy rate is 21.96%.