Umtong

Umtong is a village located in Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkynrew (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Umtong has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Umtong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umtong is 278451. Mawkynrew is nearest town to Umtong village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Umtong

Below is a concise population overview of Umtong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 553 267 286
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 55 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 529 254 275
Literate Population 315 137 178
Illiterate Population 238 130 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Umtong village:

  • The total population of Umtong village is around 553, including approximately 267 males and 286 females, with a sex ratio of 1071 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Umtong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Umtong village has 529 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Umtong village is about 56.96%, with male literacy at 51.31% and female literacy at 62.24%.
  • There are around 97 households in Umtong village.

Connectivity of Umtong

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Umtong. As per the 2011 stats, Umtong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Umtong

Knowing the nearby villages of Umtong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Umtong.

Laitlum Mawblang Umkhoi Mawlein Mawkynrew Laitmynsang Mynsang Mawdulop Ksanrngi Mawsir Jatah Nonglyer

Frequently Asked Questions about Umtong

Where is Umtong located?
Umtong village is situated in Mawkynrew Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umtong?
The pincode of Umtong is 793015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Umtong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umtong is 553, with 267 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Umtong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Umtong village has a total of 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umtong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umtong is 56.96%. The male literacy rate is 51.31%, while the female literacy rate is 62.24%.