Mookhoniung - Thadlaskein, West Jaintia Hills
Mookhoniung is a village situated in the Thadlaskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Thadlaskein and around 20 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mookhoniung is 279137. The village falls under the 793151 pincode.
Mookhoniung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Nartiang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mookhoniung
According to the 2011 Census, Mookhoniung village had a total population of 29 people, including 19 males and 10 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 526 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.73%, with male literacy at 7.69% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 18 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Mookhoniung
Mookhoniung 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 Mookhoniung
Mookhoniung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Mookhoniung is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mookhoniung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mookhoniung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mookhoniung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mookhoniung 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 Mookhoniung
Where is Mookhoniung located?
Mookhoniung village is located in Thadlaskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mookhoniung?
The pincode of Mookhoniung is 793151.
What is the population of Mookhoniung?
Mookhoniung had a total population of 29, including 19 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Mookhoniung?
Mookhoniung had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mookhoniung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mookhoniung was 22.73%. Male literacy was 7.69% and female literacy was 44.44%.