Umsawmaskon - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Umsawmaskon 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 94 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umsawmaskon is 278899. 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 Umsawmaskon
According to the 2011 Census, Umsawmaskon village had a total population of 427 people, including 226 males and 201 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.93%, with male literacy at 49.38% and female literacy at 44.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 333.
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 | 427 | 226 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 166 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 147 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Umsawmaskon
Umsawmaskon 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 Umsawmaskon
Umsawmaskon 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 Umsawmaskon is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umsawmaskon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umsawmaskon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Umsawmaskon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umsawmaskon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umsawmaskon
Where is Umsawmaskon located?
Umsawmaskon village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umsawmaskon?
The pincode of Umsawmaskon is 793112.
What is the population of Umsawmaskon?
Umsawmaskon had a total population of 427, including 226 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Umsawmaskon?
Umsawmaskon had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umsawmaskon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umsawmaskon was 46.93%. Male literacy was 49.38% and female literacy was 44.30%.