Maweit - Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills
Maweit is a village situated in the Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nongstoin and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maweit is 276817. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Maweit 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 Maweit
According to the 2011 Census, Maweit village had a total population of 589 people, including 306 males and 283 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.68%, with male literacy at 75.11% and female literacy at 76.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 587.
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 | 589 | 306 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 304 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 172 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 134 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Maweit
Maweit 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 Maweit
Public transport in the Maweit is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongstoin to Maweit is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maweit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maweit 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 Maweit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maweit village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maweit
Where is Maweit located?
Maweit village is located in Nongstoin Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Maweit?
The pincode of Maweit is 793119.
What is the population of Maweit?
Maweit had a total population of 589, including 306 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Maweit?
Maweit had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maweit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maweit was 75.68%. Male literacy was 75.11% and female literacy was 76.28%.