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Mawpat, India

Meghalaya · India

Mawpat is a small city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 6,184. Elevation: 4,862 ft (1,482 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
6,184 Population 230/sq mi density
4,862 ft Elevation 1,482 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
140.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,600 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,600 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $32/mo rent

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People

Population6,184
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density230/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,600
Per Capita$1,500
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Housing Units2,474
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain140.3 in/yr
Sunny Days177/yr
Elevation4,862 ft (1,482 m)
Population6,184
Population Density230 / sq mi
Elevation4,862 ft (1,482 m)
Coordinates25.5990°, 91.9250°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation140.3 inches (3,564 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,600
Median Age22.5 years

About Mawpat

Mawpat is a small city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 6,184. The city sits at an elevation of 4,862 feet (1,482 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 140.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Mawpat has a population of 6,184 with a density of 230 people per square mile, spread across 26.9 square miles. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,184
Total Population
230
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below India avg
26.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mawpat vs India Average

The median household income in Mawpat is $1,600, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $29, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 111 business establishments.

Income: Mawpat vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,600
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,500
Avg Weekly Wage$29

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above India avg
Establishments (County)111

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mawpat is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $32 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,474 total housing units in the city. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$32
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,474

Property Tax

Mawpat enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 177 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 140.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,862 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above India avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days177 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,862 ft (1,482 m)
Area26.9 sq mi (69.6 km²)
Population Density230/sq mi
Coordinates25.5990°N, 91.9250°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 140.3"
269% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 32.72"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

177 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 85 km
Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 142 km
Feb 23, 2006 23 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.8 148 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 142 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 116 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 88 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 76 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 144 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 74 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 138 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 107 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 141 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 139 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 53 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 131 km
Jul 18, 1997 28 km E of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.0 135 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 141 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 54 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 120 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Sidr (2007).

Year Name Category Closest
2007 Sidr Category 1 260 km
1997 Unnamed Category 2 200 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 206 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
March 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
April 66°F (19°C) 7.7 in
May 67°F (20°C) 16.0 in
June 69°F (21°C) 31.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 32.7 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 20.0 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 15.8 in
October 65°F (19°C) 10.0 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Driest

Mawpat has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 51°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 140.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (32.7") and December the driest (0.5").

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Museums in Mawpat

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brookside Bunglow Rabindranath Tagore Museum
Butterfly museum
Don Bosco Museum
Ever Living Museum
State Museum

Libraries in Mawpat

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NEHU Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mawpat

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jail Road Market
Laitumkhrah Bazar

Hotels in Mawpat

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel & Dhaba
Pinky hotel

Cafes in Mawpat

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Sola
From the Pot
You & I Arts Cafe
Zafferano restro lounge

Shopping Malls in Mawpat

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7 Rishot

Gyms in Mawpat

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fitness First

Stadiums & Teams in Mawpat

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mawpat

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International AirportGAULarge Airport
Osmany International AirportZYLLarge Airport
Shillong AirportSHLMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mawpat

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lumshyiap Presbyterian Church
Nongrah Presbyterian Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mawpat

What is the population of Mawpat?

Mawpat has a population of 6,184 residents and is located in India. The population density is 230 people per square mile, spread across 26.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mawpat expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,600, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $32 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mawpat?

Mawpat enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 177 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 140.3 inches.

How is the job market in Mawpat?

The unemployment rate in Mawpat is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $29. There are 111 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mawpat?

The median home value in Mawpat is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $32.

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