Umsning - Mawkynrew, East Khasi Hills
Umsning is a village situated in the Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawkynrew and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umsning is 278435. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Umsning village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkynrew Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umsning
According to the 2011 Census, Umsning village had a total population of 685 people, including 332 males and 353 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 78.97% and female literacy at 83.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 678.
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 | 685 | 332 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 329 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 184 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 148 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Umsning
Umsning 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 Umsning
Umsning is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Umsning is about 51 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 Umsning
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umsning village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umsning
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umsning village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umsning
Where is Umsning located?
Umsning village is located in Mawkynrew Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umsning?
The pincode of Umsning is 793015.
What is the population of Umsning?
Umsning had a total population of 685, including 332 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Umsning?
Umsning had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umsning?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umsning was 81.47%. Male literacy was 78.97% and female literacy was 83.88%.