Musiaw - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Musiaw is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from Laskein and around 54 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musiaw is 279201. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Musiaw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raliang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musiaw
According to the 2011 Census, Musiaw village had a total population of 688 people, including 351 males and 337 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.99%, with male literacy at 22.48% and female literacy at 32.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 688.
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 | 688 | 351 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 93 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 688 | 351 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 58 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 293 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Musiaw
Musiaw 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 Musiaw
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Musiaw.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Musiaw is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musiaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musiaw 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 Musiaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musiaw 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musiaw
Where is Musiaw located?
Musiaw village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Musiaw?
The pincode of Musiaw is 793150.
What is the population of Musiaw?
Musiaw had a total population of 688, including 351 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Musiaw?
Musiaw had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musiaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musiaw was 26.99%. Male literacy was 22.48% and female literacy was 32.03%.