Mawdong - Rambrai, West Khasi Hills
Mawdong is a village situated in the Rambrai subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48 km from Nongstoin and around 48 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawdong is 276692. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Mawdong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rambrai jyrngam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawdong
According to the 2011 Census, Mawdong village had a total population of 210 people, including 119 males and 91 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.35%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 83.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
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 | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 113 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 55 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Mawdong
Mawdong 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 Mawdong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mawdong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongstoin to Mawdong is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawdong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawdong 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 Mawdong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawdong 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 Mawdong
Where is Mawdong located?
Mawdong village is located in Rambrai Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawdong?
The pincode of Mawdong is 793119.
What is the population of Mawdong?
Mawdong had a total population of 210, including 119 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Mawdong?
Mawdong had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawdong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawdong was 79.35%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 83.10%.