Mawkdep - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Mawkdep is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawkdep is 276446. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Mawkdep 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 Mawkdep
According to the 2011 Census, Mawkdep village had a total population of 97 people, including 48 males and 49 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.67%, with male literacy at 25.71% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 39 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Mawkdep
Mawkdep 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 Mawkdep
Mawkdep 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mawkdep is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawkdep
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawkdep village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawkdep
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawkdep 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 Mawkdep
Where is Mawkdep located?
Mawkdep village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkdep?
The pincode of Mawkdep is 793126.
What is the population of Mawkdep?
Mawkdep had a total population of 97, including 48 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Mawkdep?
Mawkdep had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkdep?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawkdep was 18.67%. Male literacy was 25.71% and female literacy was 12.50%.