Mawmerang - Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills
Mawmerang is a village situated in the Mawkyrwat subdivision of South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Mawkyrwat and around 61 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawmerang is 277415. The village falls under the 793114 pincode.
Mawmerang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkyrwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawmerang
According to the 2011 Census, Mawmerang village had a total population of 301 people, including 147 males and 154 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.34%, with male literacy at 88.33% and female literacy at 86.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 301 | 147 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 27 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 145 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 106 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 41 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Mawmerang
Mawmerang 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 Mawmerang
Mawmerang 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongstoin to Mawmerang is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawmerang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawmerang 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 Mawmerang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawmerang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mawmerang
Where is Mawmerang located?
Mawmerang village is located in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawmerang?
The pincode of Mawmerang is 793114.
What is the population of Mawmerang?
Mawmerang had a total population of 301, including 147 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Mawmerang?
Mawmerang had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawmerang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawmerang was 87.34%. Male literacy was 88.33% and female literacy was 86.24%.