Umdud - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Umdud is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 101.5 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umdud is 278852. The village falls under the 793107 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umdud
According to the 2011 Census, Umdud village had a total population of 150 people, including 78 males and 72 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 84.48% and female literacy at 80.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Umdud
Umdud 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 Umdud
Umdud 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 | 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 Umdud is about 101.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umdud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umdud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umdud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umdud 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umdud
Where is Umdud located?
Umdud village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umdud?
The pincode of Umdud is 793107.
What is the population of Umdud?
Umdud had a total population of 150, including 78 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Umdud?
Umdud had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umdud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umdud was 82.61%. Male literacy was 84.48% and female literacy was 80.70%.