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
As per Census 2011, Musiaw village has a total population of 688 people, consisting of 351 males and 337 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 688 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musiaw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 351 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 93 | 106 |
| 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 has a total population of 688, including 351 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Musiaw?
There are 121 households in Musiaw.
What is the literacy rate in Musiaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musiaw is 19.19%. Male literacy is 16.52% and female literacy is 21.96%.