Mawthungkper - Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills
Mawthungkper is a village situated in the Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nongstoin and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawthungkper is 276837. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Mawthungkper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Nongstoin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawthungkper
According to the 2011 Census, Mawthungkper village had a total population of 533 people, including 269 males and 264 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.78%, with male literacy at 86.34% and female literacy at 83.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
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 | 533 | 269 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 266 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 177 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 92 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Mawthungkper
Mawthungkper 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 Mawthungkper
Mawthungkper is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mawthungkper is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawthungkper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawthungkper 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 Mawthungkper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawthungkper 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 Mawthungkper
Where is Mawthungkper located?
Mawthungkper village is located in Nongstoin Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawthungkper?
The pincode of Mawthungkper is 793119.
What is the population of Mawthungkper?
Mawthungkper had a total population of 533, including 269 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Mawthungkper?
Mawthungkper had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawthungkper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawthungkper was 84.78%. Male literacy was 86.34% and female literacy was 83.25%.