Mawlein - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Mawlein is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawlein is 276432. The village falls under the 793120 pincode.
Mawlein 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 Mawlein
According to the 2011 Census, Mawlein village had a total population of 365 people, including 188 males and 177 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 93.53% and female literacy at 79.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 365 | 188 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 185 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 130 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 58 | 76 |
Transport and Connectivity of Mawlein
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mawlein.
| 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 Mawlein is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawlein
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawlein 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 Mawlein
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawlein 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 Mawlein
Where is Mawlein located?
Mawlein village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawlein?
The pincode of Mawlein is 793120.
What is the population of Mawlein?
Mawlein had a total population of 365, including 188 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Mawlein?
Mawlein had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawlein?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawlein was 86.84%. Male literacy was 93.53% and female literacy was 79.53%.