Umbir - Umsning, Ri Bhoi
Umbir is a village situated in the Umsning subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 46 km from Umsning and around 50 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umbir is 278025. The village falls under the 793122 pincode.
Umbir 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 Umbir
According to the 2011 Census, Umbir village had a total population of 1,028 people, including 516 males and 512 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.38%, with male literacy at 85.95% and female literacy at 86.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 988.
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 | 1,028 | 516 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 988 | 486 | 502 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 361 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 155 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Umbir
Umbir 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 Umbir
Umbir 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongpoh to Umbir is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umbir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umbir 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 Umbir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umbir 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 Umbir
Where is Umbir located?
Umbir village is located in Umsning Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umbir?
The pincode of Umbir is 793122.
What is the population of Umbir?
Umbir had a total population of 1,028, including 516 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Umbir?
Umbir had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umbir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umbir was 86.38%. Male literacy was 85.95% and female literacy was 86.81%.