Where is Dewsaw village located?
Dewsaw is in Mawsynram Sub-district of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India.
Indian Village Directory
Dewsaw Village
Dewsaw is an inhabited village in Mawsynram Sub-district of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. Its Census village code is 278655 and the Census 2011 record lists 168 people in 28 households. The local references include Mawsynram CD Block and the nearest town reference is Shillong at about 86 km.
Village Code278655
Population168
Households28
Key Village Facts
- Village
- Dewsaw
- Census Village Code
- 278655
- State
- Meghalaya
- State Census Code
- 17
- District
- East Khasi Hills
- District Census Code
- 298
- Sub-district / Local Admin Unit
- Mawsynram
- Sub-district Census Code
- 01993
- CD Block
- Mawsynram
- Households
- 28
- Population
- 168
- Male Population
- 91
- Female Population
- 77
- Sex Ratio
- 846.15
- PIN Code Reported in Source Data
- 793121
- Reference Year
- 2009
Detailed village profile
Dewsaw at a Glance
This profile highlights a listed population of 168 people and Shillong as the nearest town reference for Dewsaw, along with available Census, facility and local-service details.
- Dewsaw falls under Mawsynram Sub-district in East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya.
- The Census village code is 278655.
- The record lists 168 people living in 28 households.
- Area is listed as 0 and is treated as not reported on this page.
- The nearest town named in the record is Shillong.
- This profile includes Census Codes and Administrative Details, Location and Distance, Population and Social Groups, Education Facilities, and other reported village details.
Before You Use This Data
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- Area may appear as 0 in the public record. On this website, 0 area is treated as not reported, not as the actual geographical area of the village source data may be incomplete.
- Some details may be blank because they were not listed in the public record. A blank value does not always mean that the facility is unavailable today. Please verify important information with official records before using it for legal, administrative, land, postal, or financial work source data may be incomplete.
- The PIN code shown on this page comes from the village record. Please verify it with India Post before using it for postal, legal, banking or official address work.
Data Sources and Verification
This page is a local reference profile. Use it for village search, Census code lookup and broad facility context. Verify important legal, land, postal, banking, emergency or administrative details with the official source.
- Census and Amenities
- Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records
- DCHB Publisher
- Registrar General of India, Government of India
- Banking Context
- Bank ATM, CDM and CRM records use RBI-sourced banking access data
Key Calculated Values
These values are calculated from the same village record to make comparison easier. They are not separate official figures.
Average Household Size6 peopleCalculated from listed population and households.
SC Population Share0%Shown from the village record.
ST Population Share100%Shown from the village record.
Census Codes and Administrative Details
These Census 2011 identifiers place Dewsaw in the official administrative record. Census village code 278655 and Mawsynram CD Block.
- State Census Code
- 17
- District Census Code
- 298
- Sub-district Census Code
- 01993
- Village Census Code
- 278655
- CD Block Code
- 0032
- CD Block Name
- Mawsynram
Location and Distance
Shillong is the nearest town listed for Dewsaw, about 86 km away. Shillong is listed as the district headquarters at about 86 km. These distances are useful for orientation, not for survey, boundary or emergency use.
- Sub-district Headquarter
- Mawsynram
- Distance from Sub-district Headquarter
- 26 km
- District Headquarter
- Shillong
- Distance from District Headquarter
- 86 km
- Nearest Statutory Town
- Shillong
- Distance from Nearest Statutory Town
- 86 km
- Nearest Town within State/UT
- Meghalaya
- Distance within State/UT
- 86 km
Population and Social Groups
The Census 2011 record lists 168 people in 28 households, with 91 male residents and 77 female residents. The average household size is 6, and SC share is 0% and ST share is 100% for Dewsaw.
- Total Households
- 28
- Total Population
- 168
- Male Population
- 91
- Female Population
- 77
- Sex Ratio
- 846.15
- Average Household Size
- 6.0
- ST Population
- 168
- ST Male Population
- 91
- ST Female Population
- 77
- ST Population Share
- 100
- Village Status
- Inhabited
Education Facilities
Education entries for Dewsaw list 1 government primary school. Counts come from the village facility record and may need local verification for current school status.
- Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG
- Available
- Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG Count
- 1
- Government Primary School
- Available
- Government Primary School Count
- 1
Drinking Water and Sanitation
Drinking-water and sanitation entries for Dewsaw include treated tap water. These are historical facility records, not a live water-quality guarantee.
- Tap Water Treated
- Available
- Tap Water Treated Functions All Year
- Available
- Tap Water Treated Functions in Summer
- Available
- Open Drainage
- Available
- Open Kutcha Drainage
- Available
- Drain Water Discharge Destination
- Sewer plant
- Is The Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign Tsc
- Available
- No Organized Street Garbage System
- Available
Connectivity, Roads and Transport
Connectivity rows cover roads, transport, communication and access-related facilities for Dewsaw.
- Vans
- Available
- Gravel Kuchha Roads
- Available
- Footpath
- Available
Financial, Market and Public Services
Public-service entries for Dewsaw include self-help groups, Anganwadi centre and ASHA services. Banking rows on this page are shown separately because they use RBI-sourced bank service records.
- Self Help Group SHG
- Available
- Nutritional Centres ICDS
- Available
- Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre
- Available
- ASHA
- Available
- Community Centre
- Available
- Sports Club Recreation Centre
- Available
Power Supply
Domestic power supply for Dewsaw is reported as 15 hours per day in summer and 18 hours per day in winter. Treat this as historical Census/District Census Handbook data.
- Power Supply For Domestic Use
- Available
- Power Supply For Domestic Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
- 15 hours/day
- Power Supply For Domestic Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
- 18 hours/day
Land Use and Local Economy
Land-use records for Dewsaw show that reported agricultural commodities include Betel Leaves, Arecanut and Black Pepper. These figures help explain village agriculture and local economy context.
- Agricultural Commodities First
- Betel Leaves
- Agricultural Commodities Second
- Arecanut
- Agricultural Commodities Third
- Black Pepper
Other Available Details
These extra fields are shown because they may still be useful for understanding the village record.
- Others Functions All Year
- Available
- Noindex
- False
Map and Location
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Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services Near Dewsaw
The village source does not confirm an ATM inside this village. The bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) records below are shown as nearby or same-area banking service context only.
Only the village source ATM status is used to say whether an ATM is reported inside the village.
Please verify with the bank before visiting any ATM, CDM or CRM location, including the current address, service status and timings.
- Village ATM Status
- Not available in village
- Nearest ATM Facility
- More than 10 km
- Commercial Bank
- Not available in village
- Cooperative Bank
- Not available in village
- Same-area Bank Service Records
- 8
- Banks in Matched Records
- 2
- Matched PINs
- 1
Match basis: ATM/CDM/CRM records found in the same PIN and district
ATM/CDM/CRM Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 6 | 75% |
| CRM | 1 | 12% |
| Customer Service Center (CSC) | 1 | 12% |
Top Banks in Matched Records
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 6 | 75% |
| Megalaya Rural Bank | 2 | 25% |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
These selected bank service records are sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The services belong to the listed banks. Confirm the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megalaya Rural Bank | ATM | 793121 | East Khasi Hills | Mawphlang | Nongbah Sohiong | Sohiong Via Mawphlang, Shillong Mairang Road, Sohiong, Shillong, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, 793121 |
| State Bank of India | CRM | 793121 | East Khasi Hills | Mawphlang | Nongrum(mawphlang) | Meghalaya Mawngap, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, 793121 |
| Megalaya Rural Bank | Customer Service Center (CSC) | 793121 | East Khasi Hills | Mylliem | Mawkriah East | Mylliem Mylliem, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, 793121 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 793121 | East Khasi Hills | Mawphlang | Nongrum(mawphlang) | Meghalaya Mawngap, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, 793121 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 793121 | East Khasi Hills | Mawphlang | Mawkohmon | Dorbar Shnong, Mawkohmon Nr Dorbar Shnong Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, 793121 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 793121 | East Khasi Hills | Mylliem | Madan-Iingsyiem | Meghalaya Po-Mylliem Syllai U Lar, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, 793121 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 793121 | East Khasi Hills | Mylliem | Mawkriah West | Opp Mawkriah Presbyterian Church Shillong Mawngap Road Warjri Bakery, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, 793121 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, CDM and CRM details are based on external banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code or district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which district is Dewsaw village in?
Dewsaw village is in East Khasi Hills district.
Which state is Dewsaw village in?
Dewsaw village is in Meghalaya.
Which sub-district is Dewsaw under?
Dewsaw comes under Mawsynram Sub-district. Census records usually call this administrative level a sub-district.
What is the Census village code of Dewsaw?
The Census village code of Dewsaw is 278655.
What is the population of Dewsaw village?
The village record lists 168 people and 28 households for Dewsaw.
How many households are in Dewsaw village?
The village record lists 28 households for Dewsaw.
What is the male and female population of Dewsaw?
The record lists 91 male residents and 77 female residents for Dewsaw.
What is the sex ratio of Dewsaw village?
The sex ratio of Dewsaw is 846.15 females per 1000 males in the available record.
Is the area of Dewsaw village reported?
Area appears as 0 for Dewsaw, so Vill treats it as not reported rather than as a real land-area value.
What is the nearest town to Dewsaw?
The nearest town listed for Dewsaw is Shillong, about 86 km away.
How far is Dewsaw from the district headquarters?
Dewsaw is about 86 km from Shillong, the district headquarters listed in the available records.
How far is Dewsaw from the sub-district headquarters?
Dewsaw is about 26 km from Mawsynram, the sub-district headquarters listed in the available records.
What education facilities are listed for Dewsaw?
The village facility record lists 1 government primary school for Dewsaw.
What crops or land-use details are reported for Dewsaw?
For Dewsaw, reported agricultural commodities include Betel Leaves, Arecanut and Black Pepper.
Are bank ATM, CDM or CRM services listed near Dewsaw?
The page shows 8 matched bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine or Cash Recycler Machine service records near or within the same matched area for Dewsaw. These records include 2 banks. Verify current service status with the bank before visiting.
Is a primary school reported for this village?
Yes. The village record marks a primary school as available in Dewsaw.
Are drinking water facilities reported for this village?
No. The village record marks drinking water facilities as not available for Dewsaw.