New Mawjai - Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills
New Mawjai is a village situated in the Mawkyrwat subdivision of South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 62 km from Nongstoin and around 62 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Mawjai is 276870. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
New Mawjai 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 New Mawjai
According to the 2011 Census, New Mawjai village had a total population of 127 people, including 62 males and 65 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.84%, with male literacy at 91.11% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 21 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of New Mawjai
New Mawjai 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 New Mawjai
New Mawjai 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 >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 New Mawjai is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Mawjai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Mawjai 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 New Mawjai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Mawjai 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 New Mawjai
Where is New Mawjai located?
New Mawjai village is located in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Mawjai?
The pincode of New Mawjai is 793119.
What is the population of New Mawjai?
New Mawjai had a total population of 127, including 62 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in New Mawjai?
New Mawjai had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Mawjai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Mawjai was 83.84%. Male literacy was 91.11% and female literacy was 77.78%.