Mawpon - Rambrai, West Khasi Hills
Mawpon is a village situated in the Rambrai subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 54 km from Nongstoin and around 54 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawpon is 276670. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Mawpon 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 Mawpon
According to the 2011 Census, Mawpon village had a total population of 120 people, including 61 males and 59 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.89%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 37 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 24 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Mawpon
Mawpon 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 Mawpon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mawpon.
| 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 Mawpon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawpon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawpon 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 Mawpon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawpon 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 Mawpon
Where is Mawpon located?
Mawpon village is located in Rambrai Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawpon?
The pincode of Mawpon is 793119.
What is the population of Mawpon?
Mawpon had a total population of 120, including 61 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Mawpon?
Mawpon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawpon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawpon was 64.89%. Male literacy was 75.51% and female literacy was 53.33%.