Umdem - Umling, Ri Bhoi
Umdem is a village situated in the Umling subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 40 km from Umling and around 50 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umdem is 277471. The village falls under the 793102 pincode.
Umdem 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 Umdem
According to the 2011 Census, Umdem village had a total population of 145 people, including 78 males and 67 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.12%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 98.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Umdem
Umdem 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 Umdem
Public transport in the Umdem 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 Nongpoh to Umdem is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umdem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umdem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umdem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umdem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umdem
Where is Umdem located?
Umdem village is located in Umling Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umdem?
The pincode of Umdem is 793102.
What is the population of Umdem?
Umdem had a total population of 145, including 78 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Umdem?
Umdem had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umdem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umdem was 99.12%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 98.04%.