Umsaw

Umsaw is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Umsaw has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Umsaw

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umsaw is 278882. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Umsaw village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Umsaw

Below is a concise population overview of Umsaw as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 647 339 308
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 160 77 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 622 316 306
Literate Population 225 139 86
Illiterate Population 422 200 222

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Umsaw village:

  • The total population of Umsaw village is around 647, including approximately 339 males and 308 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Umsaw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Umsaw village has 622 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Umsaw village is about 34.78%, with male literacy at 41.00% and female literacy at 27.92%.
  • There are around 138 households in Umsaw village.

Connectivity of Umsaw

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Umsaw. As per the 2011 stats, Umsaw had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Umsaw

Knowing the nearby villages of Umsaw helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Umsaw.

Khahmohi Skhen Thliewumtham Khahsyndha Dalia Lubia Umkhabaw Sohkwit Umtaru Kalatek Kalibari

Frequently Asked Questions about Umsaw

Where is Umsaw located?
Umsaw village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umsaw?
The pincode of Umsaw is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Umsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umsaw is 647, with 339 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Umsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Umsaw village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umsaw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umsaw is 34.78%. The male literacy rate is 41.00%, while the female literacy rate is 27.92%.