Mawsaw

Mawsaw is a village located in Mawkyrwat subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkyrwat (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Mawsaw 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 Mawsaw

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawsaw is 277316. Mawkyrwat is nearest town to Mawsaw village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawsaw

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 685 347 338
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 178 96 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 684 347 337
Literate Population 266 131 135
Illiterate Population 419 216 203

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

  • The total population of Mawsaw village is around 685, including approximately 347 males and 338 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Mawsaw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawsaw village has 684 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawsaw village is about 38.83%, with male literacy at 37.75% and female literacy at 39.94%.
  • There are around 118 households in Mawsaw village.

Connectivity of Mawsaw

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

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

Nearby Villages of Mawsaw

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

Awro Kensimphlang Mawthanrew Mawlyngad Rangthong Nongbah Photjaud Rangthong Mawsaw Mihngi Tiehshrah Dombah Rangdikhew Pamtrai Rangblang A Sasniang

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawsaw

Where is Mawsaw located?
Mawsaw village is situated in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawsaw?
The pincode of Mawsaw is 793114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawsaw is 685, with 347 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Mawsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawsaw village has a total of 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawsaw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawsaw is 38.83%. The male literacy rate is 37.75%, while the female literacy rate is 39.94%.