Umtham - Umling, Ri Bhoi
Umtham is a village situated in the Umling subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Umling and around 5 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umtham is 277592. The village falls under the 793102 pincode.
Umtham 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 Umtham
According to the 2011 Census, Umtham village had a total population of 534 people, including 285 males and 249 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.91%, with male literacy at 72.51% and female literacy at 64.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 526.
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 | 534 | 285 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 282 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 182 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 103 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Umtham
Umtham 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 Umtham
Umtham 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 Umtham is about 5 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 Umtham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umtham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umtham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umtham 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Umtham
Where is Umtham located?
Umtham village is located in Umling Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umtham?
The pincode of Umtham is 793102.
What is the population of Umtham?
Umtham had a total population of 534, including 285 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Umtham?
Umtham had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umtham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umtham was 68.91%. Male literacy was 72.51% and female literacy was 64.89%.