Dewsaw

Dewsaw is a village located in Mairang subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mairang (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Dewsaw has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dewsaw

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewsaw is 277102. Mairang is nearest town to Dewsaw village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dewsaw

Below is a concise population overview of Dewsaw as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 260 138 122
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 42 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 257 135 122
Literate Population 168 81 87
Illiterate Population 92 57 35

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dewsaw village:

  • The total population of Dewsaw village is around 260, including approximately 138 males and 122 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Dewsaw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dewsaw village has 257 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dewsaw village is about 64.62%, with male literacy at 58.70% and female literacy at 71.31%.
  • There are around 46 households in Dewsaw village.

Connectivity of Dewsaw

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewsaw. As per the 2011 stats, Dewsaw had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dewsaw

Knowing the nearby villages of Dewsaw helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewsaw.

Pyrda Thymmai Laitarted Laitdiiang Nongrang Laitarted Laitdiiang Lumlahsaw Langkyrteng Kurbah War Nongthliew Sharum Umthlong Kyrsen Kharjana Umthlong Kharmuti Kharthangmaw

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewsaw

Where is Dewsaw located?
Dewsaw village is situated in Mairang Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dewsaw?
The pincode of Dewsaw is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dewsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewsaw is 260, with 138 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Dewsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewsaw village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewsaw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewsaw is 64.62%. The male literacy rate is 58.70%, while the female literacy rate is 71.31%.