Upper Jorbil - Umling, Ri Bhoi
Upper Jorbil is a village situated in the Umling subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 31 km from Umling and around 43 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Jorbil is 277480. The village falls under the 793101 pincode.
Upper Jorbil 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 Upper Jorbil
According to the 2011 Census, Upper Jorbil village had a total population of 424 people, including 212 males and 212 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.86%, with male literacy at 73.99% and female literacy at 65.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 333.
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 | 424 | 212 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 164 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 128 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 84 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Jorbil
Upper Jorbil 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 Upper Jorbil
Upper Jorbil 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 Upper Jorbil is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upper Jorbil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Jorbil 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Upper Jorbil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Jorbil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Jorbil
Where is Upper Jorbil located?
Upper Jorbil village is located in Umling Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Jorbil?
The pincode of Upper Jorbil is 793101.
What is the population of Upper Jorbil?
Upper Jorbil had a total population of 424, including 212 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Upper Jorbil?
Upper Jorbil had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Jorbil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Jorbil was 69.86%. Male literacy was 73.99% and female literacy was 65.70%.