Mawbri - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Mawbri is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawbri is 276495. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Mawbri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawbri
According to the 2011 Census, Mawbri village had a total population of 116 people, including 65 males and 51 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.90%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 95.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 14 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Mawbri
Mawbri 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 Mawbri
Mawbri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nongstoin to Mawbri is about 51 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 Mawbri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawbri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawbri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawbri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mawbri
Where is Mawbri located?
Mawbri village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawbri?
The pincode of Mawbri is 793126.
What is the population of Mawbri?
Mawbri had a total population of 116, including 65 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Mawbri?
Mawbri had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawbri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawbri was 94.90%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 95.45%.