Marwa

Marwa is a village located in Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Nongstoin (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Marwa 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 Marwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marwa is 276705. Nongstoin is nearest town to Marwa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Marwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 127 63 64
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 20 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 120 58 62
Literate Population 82 39 43
Illiterate Population 45 24 21

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

  • The total population of Marwa village is around 127, including approximately 63 males and 64 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Marwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marwa village has 120 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marwa village is about 64.57%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 67.19%.
  • There are around 20 households in Marwa village.

Connectivity of Marwa

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

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

Mawthir Nongkyndang Pungphreit Rynniaw Umshem Domkyrkoh Umsiej Nongshilliang Mawthaw Umiong Urkhli

Frequently Asked Questions about Marwa

Where is Marwa located?
Marwa village is situated in Nongstoin Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Marwa?
The pincode of Marwa is 793119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marwa is 127, with 63 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Marwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marwa village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marwa is 64.57%. The male literacy rate is 61.90%, while the female literacy rate is 67.19%.