Jong - U - Shen - Amlarem, West Jaintia Hills
Jong - U - Shen is a village situated in the Amlarem subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 29 km from Amlarem and around 56 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jong - U - Shen is 279356. The village falls under the 793109 pincode.
Jong - U - Shen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Amlarem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jong - U - Shen
As per Census 2011, Jong - U - Shen village has a total population of 503 people, consisting of 244 males and 259 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 502 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jong - U - Shen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 503 | 244 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 502 | 244 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 132 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 112 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Jong - U - Shen
Jong - U - Shen 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 Jong - U - Shen
Jong - U - Shen 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 Jowai to Jong - U - Shen is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jong - U - Shen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jong - U - Shen 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 Jong - U - Shen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jong - U - Shen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jong - U - Shen
Where is Jong - U - Shen located?
Jong - U - Shen village is located in Amlarem Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jong - U - Shen?
The pincode of Jong - U - Shen is 793109.
What is the population of Jong - U - Shen?
Jong - U - Shen has a total population of 503, including 244 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Jong - U - Shen?
There are 98 households in Jong - U - Shen.
What is the literacy rate in Jong - U - Shen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jong - U - Shen is 58.25%. Male literacy is 54.10% and female literacy is 62.16%.