Mairang

Mairang is the headquarters of Eastern [West Khasi Hills district] of Meghalaya, India. It is located at about 40 km from the state capital Shillong, and 45 km from Nongstoin along National [Highway 106 (India)|National Highway 106].

Geography

Mairang is located at. It has an average elevation of 1564 metres.

Demographics

India census, Mairang had a population of 11,517. Males constitute 50% of the population and females 50%. Mairang has an average literacy rate of 62%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 62%, and female literacy is 63%. In Mairang, 22% of the population is under 6 years of age.

Education

Khadsawphra College & Higher Secondary, Mairang Presbyterian Science College, and Tirot Sing [Memorial College] are three institutions of higher education in Mairang.