Umiew-Maw -U-Sam - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Umiew-Maw -U-Sam is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umiew-Maw -U-Sam is 278387. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Umiew-Maw -U-Sam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Nongkrem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umiew-Maw -U-Sam
According to the 2011 Census, Umiew-Maw -U-Sam village had a total population of 587 people, including 314 males and 273 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.89%, with male literacy at 84.45% and female literacy at 89.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 584.
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 | 587 | 314 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 313 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 201 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 113 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Umiew-Maw -U-Sam
Umiew-Maw -U-Sam 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 Umiew-Maw -U-Sam
Umiew-Maw -U-Sam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Umiew-Maw -U-Sam is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umiew-Maw -U-Sam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umiew-Maw -U-Sam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Umiew-Maw -U-Sam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umiew-Maw -U-Sam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umiew-Maw -U-Sam
Where is Umiew-Maw -U-Sam located?
Umiew-Maw -U-Sam village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umiew-Maw -U-Sam?
The pincode of Umiew-Maw -U-Sam is 793015.
What is the population of Umiew-Maw -U-Sam?
Umiew-Maw -U-Sam had a total population of 587, including 314 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Umiew-Maw -U-Sam?
Umiew-Maw -U-Sam had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umiew-Maw -U-Sam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umiew-Maw -U-Sam was 86.89%. Male literacy was 84.45% and female literacy was 89.62%.