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.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Jong - U - Shen village had a total population of 503 people, including 244 males and 259 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.64%, with male literacy at 66.00% and female literacy at 77.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 502.
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 | 503 | 244 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 503, including 244 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Jong - U - Shen?
Jong - U - Shen had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jong - U - Shen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jong - U - Shen was 71.64%. Male literacy was 66.00% and female literacy was 77.03%.