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
As per Census 2011, Urmasi-U-Joh village has a total population of 949 people, consisting of 456 males and 493 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 947 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urmasi-U-Joh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 456 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 949, including 456 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Urmasi-U-Joh?
There are 173 households in Urmasi-U-Joh.
What is the literacy rate in Urmasi-U-Joh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urmasi-U-Joh is 72.18%. Male literacy is 71.27% and female literacy is 73.02%.