Mawkohphet - Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills
Mawkohphet is a village situated in the Mawkyrwat subdivision of South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 29 km from Mawkyrwat and around 83 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawkohphet is 277406. The village falls under the 793114 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkyrwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawkohphet
According to the 2011 Census, Mawkohphet village had a total population of 568 people, including 294 males and 274 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.80%, with male literacy at 95.40% and female literacy at 98.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 568.
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 | 568 | 294 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 55 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 568 | 294 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 228 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 66 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Mawkohphet
Mawkohphet 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 Mawkohphet
Mawkohphet 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 Mawkohphet is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawkohphet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawkohphet 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 Mawkohphet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawkohphet 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 Mawkohphet
Where is Mawkohphet located?
Mawkohphet village is located in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkohphet?
The pincode of Mawkohphet is 793114.
What is the population of Mawkohphet?
Mawkohphet had a total population of 568, including 294 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Mawkohphet?
Mawkohphet had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkohphet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawkohphet was 96.80%. Male literacy was 95.40% and female literacy was 98.49%.