Mawpon - Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills
Mawpon is a village situated in the Mawkyrwat subdivision of South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Mawkyrwat and around 60 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawpon is 277394. 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 Mawpon
According to the 2011 Census, Mawpon village had a total population of 13 people, including 3 males and 10 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 3,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 13 | 3 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 2 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Mawpon
Mawpon 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 Mawpon
Mawpon 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 Mawpon is about 60 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 Mawpon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawpon 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 Mawpon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawpon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawpon
Where is Mawpon located?
Mawpon village is located in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawpon?
The pincode of Mawpon is 793114.
What is the population of Mawpon?
Mawpon had a total population of 13, including 3 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Mawpon?
Mawpon had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawpon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawpon was 87.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.