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
As per Census 2011, Umtham village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 285 males and 249 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 526 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umtham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 285 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 534, including 285 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Umtham?
There are 93 households in Umtham.
What is the literacy rate in Umtham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umtham is 61.42%. Male literacy is 63.86% and female literacy is 58.63%.