Umwai

Umwai is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Umwai 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 Umwai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umwai is 278827. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Umwai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Umwai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 546 285 261
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 49 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 544 283 261
Literate Population 427 223 204
Illiterate Population 119 62 57

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

  • The total population of Umwai village is around 546, including approximately 285 males and 261 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Umwai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Umwai village has 544 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Umwai village is about 78.21%, with male literacy at 78.25% and female literacy at 78.16%.
  • There are around 122 households in Umwai village.

Connectivity of Umwai

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

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

Nearby Villages of Umwai

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

Laittyra Thangkharang Lyngngar Ryngud Laitiam Mawlong Wahkhim Wahkrem Laitkynsew Nongwar Nongbahphali

Frequently Asked Questions about Umwai

Where is Umwai located?
Umwai village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umwai?
The pincode of Umwai is 793110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Umwai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umwai is 546, with 285 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Umwai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Umwai village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umwai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umwai is 78.21%. The male literacy rate is 78.25%, while the female literacy rate is 78.16%.