Shngimawlein - Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills
Shngimawlein is a village situated in the Mawkyrwat subdivision of South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from Mawkyrwat and around 47 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shngimawlein is 277352. The village falls under the 793114 pincode.
Shngimawlein 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 Shngimawlein
According to the 2011 Census, Shngimawlein village had a total population of 888 people, including 456 males and 432 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.13%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 70.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 882.
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 | 888 | 456 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 112 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 882 | 453 | 429 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 280 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 176 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Shngimawlein
Shngimawlein 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 Shngimawlein
Shngimawlein is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shngimawlein is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shngimawlein
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shngimawlein village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shngimawlein
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shngimawlein village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shngimawlein
Where is Shngimawlein located?
Shngimawlein village is located in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Shngimawlein?
The pincode of Shngimawlein is 793114.
What is the population of Shngimawlein?
Shngimawlein had a total population of 888, including 456 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Shngimawlein?
Shngimawlein had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shngimawlein?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shngimawlein was 76.13%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 70.50%.