Mawkaton

Mawkaton is a village located in Mawthadraishan subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Mawthadraishan (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Mawkaton 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 Mawkaton

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawkaton is 276912. Mawthadraishan is nearest town to Mawkaton village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawkaton

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 542 272 270
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 104 52 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 535 269 266
Literate Population 309 151 158
Illiterate Population 233 121 112

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

  • The total population of Mawkaton village is around 542, including approximately 272 males and 270 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Mawkaton village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawkaton village has 535 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawkaton village is about 57.01%, with male literacy at 55.51% and female literacy at 58.52%.
  • There are around 81 households in Mawkaton village.

Connectivity of Mawkaton

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawkaton. As per the 2011 stats, Mawkaton 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 Mawkaton

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

Markasa Mawlaisyiem Laitkseh Upper Laitkseh Umlipoi Mawliwai Kynbah Lawrapha Khyllem Tiehsaw Nongkasen Shohphria

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawkaton

Where is Mawkaton located?
Mawkaton village is situated in Mawthadraishan Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkaton?
The pincode of Mawkaton is 793119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawkaton as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawkaton is 542, with 272 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Mawkaton as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawkaton village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkaton as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawkaton is 57.01%. The male literacy rate is 55.51%, while the female literacy rate is 58.52%.