Umnget - Umsning, Ri Bhoi
Umnget is a village situated in the Umsning subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Umsning and around 13 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umnget is 277826. The village falls under the 793105 pincode.
Umnget village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Umsning Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umnget
According to the 2011 Census, Umnget village had a total population of 229 people, including 119 males and 110 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.45%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 83.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
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 | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 45 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Umnget
Umnget 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 Umnget
Umnget is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Umnget is about 13 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 Umnget
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umnget village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Umnget
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umnget village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umnget
Where is Umnget located?
Umnget village is located in Umsning Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umnget?
The pincode of Umnget is 793105.
What is the population of Umnget?
Umnget had a total population of 229, including 119 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Umnget?
Umnget had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umnget?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umnget was 85.45%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 83.75%.