Urmasi-U-Joh - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Urmasi-U-Joh is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urmasi-U-Joh is 278424. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Urmasi-U-Joh 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 Urmasi-U-Joh
According to the 2011 Census, Urmasi-U-Joh village had a total population of 949 people, including 456 males and 493 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.06%, with male literacy at 84.86% and female literacy at 87.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 947.
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 | 949 | 456 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 947 | 455 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 325 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 131 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Urmasi-U-Joh
Urmasi-U-Joh 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 Urmasi-U-Joh
Urmasi-U-Joh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Urmasi-U-Joh is about 16 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 Urmasi-U-Joh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urmasi-U-Joh 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 Urmasi-U-Joh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urmasi-U-Joh 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 Urmasi-U-Joh
Where is Urmasi-U-Joh located?
Urmasi-U-Joh village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Urmasi-U-Joh?
The pincode of Urmasi-U-Joh is 793015.
What is the population of Urmasi-U-Joh?
Urmasi-U-Joh had a total population of 949, including 456 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Urmasi-U-Joh?
Urmasi-U-Joh had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urmasi-U-Joh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urmasi-U-Joh was 86.06%. Male literacy was 84.86% and female literacy was 87.17%.