Mawleng - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Mawleng is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawleng is 276548. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Mawleng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rambrai jyrngam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawleng
According to the 2011 Census, Mawleng village had a total population of 96 people, including 52 males and 44 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.05%, with male literacy at 56.76% and female literacy at 47.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 31 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Mawleng
Mawleng 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 Mawleng
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mawleng.
| 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 Mawleng is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawleng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawleng 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 Mawleng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawleng 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 Mawleng
Where is Mawleng located?
Mawleng village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawleng?
The pincode of Mawleng is 793126.
What is the population of Mawleng?
Mawleng had a total population of 96, including 52 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Mawleng?
Mawleng had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawleng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawleng was 52.05%. Male literacy was 56.76% and female literacy was 47.22%.