Umngei - Umling, Ri Bhoi
Umngei is a village situated in the Umling subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from Umling and around 7 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umngei is 277582. The village falls under the 793102 pincode.
Umngei 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 Umngei
According to the 2011 Census, Umngei village had a total population of 59 people, including 27 males and 32 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.64%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Umngei
Umngei 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 Umngei
Public transport in the Umngei 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 Umngei is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umngei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umngei 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Umngei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umngei 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umngei
Where is Umngei located?
Umngei village is located in Umling Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umngei?
The pincode of Umngei is 793102.
What is the population of Umngei?
Umngei had a total population of 59, including 27 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Umngei?
Umngei had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umngei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umngei was 88.64%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.19%.