Umklai - Umling, Ri Bhoi
Umklai is a village situated in the Umling subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from Umling and around 12 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umklai is 277632. The village falls under the 793102 pincode.
Umklai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Nongpoh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umklai
According to the 2011 Census, Umklai village had a total population of 661 people, including 329 males and 332 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.41%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 83.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 651.
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 | 661 | 329 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 320 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 240 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 89 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Umklai
Umklai 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 Umklai
Umklai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Umklai is about 12 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 Umklai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umklai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umklai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umklai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umklai
Where is Umklai located?
Umklai village is located in Umling Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umklai?
The pincode of Umklai is 793102.
What is the population of Umklai?
Umklai had a total population of 661, including 329 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Umklai?
Umklai had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umklai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umklai was 86.41%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 83.27%.