Lum-U-Smon - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Lum-U-Smon is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lum-U-Smon is 278862. The village falls under the 793112 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lum-U-Smon
According to the 2011 Census, Lum-U-Smon village had a total population of 101 people, including 61 males and 40 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 656 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.04%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 96.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 101 | 61 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 55 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 21 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Lum-U-Smon
Lum-U-Smon 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 Lum-U-Smon
Lum-U-Smon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Lum-U-Smon is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lum-U-Smon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lum-U-Smon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lum-U-Smon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lum-U-Smon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lum-U-Smon
Where is Lum-U-Smon located?
Lum-U-Smon village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lum-U-Smon?
The pincode of Lum-U-Smon is 793112.
What is the population of Lum-U-Smon?
Lum-U-Smon had a total population of 101, including 61 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Lum-U-Smon?
Lum-U-Smon had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lum-U-Smon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lum-U-Smon was 89.04%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 96.15%.