Mawsaw

Mawsaw is a village located in Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mawshynrut (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Mawsaw has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mawsaw

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawsaw is 276505. Mawshynrut is nearest town to Mawsaw village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawsaw

Below is a concise population overview of Mawsaw as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 332 172 160
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 44 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 331 171 160
Literate Population 129 59 70
Illiterate Population 203 113 90

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mawsaw village:

  • The total population of Mawsaw village is around 332, including approximately 172 males and 160 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Mawsaw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawsaw village has 331 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawsaw village is about 38.86%, with male literacy at 34.30% and female literacy at 43.75%.
  • There are around 62 households in Mawsaw village.

Connectivity of Mawsaw

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawsaw. As per the 2011 stats, Mawsaw had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mawsaw

Knowing the nearby villages of Mawsaw helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawsaw.

Mawthylliang Nongsleh Proin Rimardon Jenepih Domsynrang Umthlong Umtap Mawmareh Mawsura Riwiang

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawsaw

Where is Mawsaw located?
Mawsaw village is situated in Mawshynrut Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawsaw?
The pincode of Mawsaw is 793114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawsaw is 332, with 172 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Mawsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawsaw village has a total of 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawsaw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawsaw is 38.86%. The male literacy rate is 34.30%, while the female literacy rate is 43.75%.