Umsalang

Umsalang is a village located in Laskein subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Laskein (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Umsalang 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 Umsalang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umsalang is 279202. Laskein is nearest town to Umsalang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Umsalang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 566 299 267
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 160 89 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 559 296 263
Literate Population 86 28 58
Illiterate Population 480 271 209

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

  • The total population of Umsalang village is around 566, including approximately 299 males and 267 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Umsalang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Umsalang village has 559 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Umsalang village is about 15.19%, with male literacy at 9.36% and female literacy at 21.72%.
  • There are around 93 households in Umsalang village.

Connectivity of Umsalang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Umsalang. As per the 2011 stats, Umsalang 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Umsalang

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

Laser Barato Moobando Latymphu Musiaw Khliehsiniriang Thangrain Nohkrei Khatkasla Psiar Myntang Tihwieh

Frequently Asked Questions about Umsalang

Where is Umsalang located?
Umsalang village is situated in Laskein Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umsalang?
The pincode of Umsalang is 793150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Umsalang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umsalang is 566, with 299 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Umsalang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Umsalang village has a total of 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umsalang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umsalang is 15.19%. The male literacy rate is 9.36%, while the female literacy rate is 21.72%.