Byrnihat - Umling, Ri Bhoi
Byrnihat is a village situated in the Umling subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from Umling and around 23 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byrnihat is 277492. The village falls under the 793101 pincode.
Byrnihat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Jirang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Byrnihat
As per Census 2011, Byrnihat village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 146 males and 152 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Byrnihat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 146 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 67 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Byrnihat
Byrnihat 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 Byrnihat
Byrnihat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongpoh to Byrnihat is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Byrnihat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byrnihat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Byrnihat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byrnihat 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Byrnihat
Where is Byrnihat located?
Byrnihat village is located in Umling Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Byrnihat?
The pincode of Byrnihat is 793101.
What is the population of Byrnihat?
Byrnihat has a total population of 298, including 146 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Byrnihat?
There are 62 households in Byrnihat.
What is the literacy rate in Byrnihat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byrnihat is 83.56%. Male literacy is 83.56% and female literacy is 83.55%.