Mawten
Mawten is a village located in Mawkyrwat subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkyrwat (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.
Here you can discover what makes Mawten unique in its vibrant Mawkyrwat-West Khasi Hills region. You’ll see Mawten’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mawten
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawten is 277405. Mawkyrwat is nearest town to Mawten village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mawten
Population of Mawten
According to the 2011 Census, Mawten has a total population of about 2,268, with approximately 1,096 males and 1,172 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 443 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,260. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.88%, with male literacy at about 71.26% and female literacy near 74.40%. There are around 347 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mawten's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,268 | 1,096 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 231 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,260 | 1,093 | 1,167 |
| Literate Population | 1,653 | 781 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 315 | 300 |
Connectivity of Mawten
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawten. As per the 2011 stats, Mawten 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mawten
Knowing the nearby villages of Mawten helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawten.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mawten
- Where is Mawten located?
- Mawten village is situated in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Mawten?
- The pincode of Mawten is 793114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mawten as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawten is 2,268, with 1,096 males and 1,172 females.
- How many households are there in Mawten as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mawten village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mawten as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawten is 72.88%. The male literacy rate is 71.26%, while the female literacy rate is 74.40%.