Umsawmat - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Umsawmat is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umsawmat is 278253. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Umsawmat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawphlang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umsawmat
According to the 2011 Census, Umsawmat village had a total population of 569 people, including 301 males and 268 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.91%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 88.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 555.
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 | 569 | 301 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 555 | 292 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 202 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 99 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Umsawmat
Umsawmat 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 Umsawmat
Public transport in the Umsawmat is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Umsawmat is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umsawmat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umsawmat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umsawmat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umsawmat 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umsawmat
Where is Umsawmat located?
Umsawmat village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umsawmat?
The pincode of Umsawmat is 793121.
What is the population of Umsawmat?
Umsawmat had a total population of 569, including 301 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Umsawmat?
Umsawmat had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umsawmat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umsawmat was 89.91%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 88.73%.