Lum Shken

Lum Shken is a village located in Khliehriat subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Khliehriat (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Lum Shken has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia 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 Lum Shken

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lum Shken is 279441. Khliehriat is nearest town to Lum Shken village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Lum Shken

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 707 351 356
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 215 98 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 704 350 354
Literate Population 88 38 50
Illiterate Population 619 313 306

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

  • The total population of Lum Shken village is around 707, including approximately 351 males and 356 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Lum Shken village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lum Shken village has 704 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lum Shken village is about 12.45%, with male literacy at 10.83% and female literacy at 14.04%.
  • There are around 112 households in Lum Shken village.

Connectivity of Lum Shken

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lum Shken. As per the 2011 stats, Lum Shken 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 Lum Shken

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

Um Tyr A Um Satai Dein Shalalu Shilliang Umshong Umshong Lum Puthoi Suchen Lum Iarain Iapmala Lad Wahwapung Larseng Nongsning

Frequently Asked Questions about Lum Shken

Where is Lum Shken located?
Lum Shken village is situated in Khliehriat Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lum Shken?
The pincode of Lum Shken is 793160, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lum Shken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lum Shken is 707, with 351 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Lum Shken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lum Shken village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lum Shken as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lum Shken is 12.45%. The male literacy rate is 10.83%, while the female literacy rate is 14.04%.