Lamin - Amlarem, West Jaintia Hills
Lamin is a village situated in the Amlarem subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from Amlarem and around 47 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamin is 279334. The village falls under the 793109 pincode.
Lamin 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 Lamin
As per Census 2011, Lamin village has a total population of 1,508 people, consisting of 734 males and 774 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,502 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,508 | 734 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,502 | 730 | 772 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 589 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 145 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Lamin
Lamin 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 Lamin
Lamin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Jowai to Lamin is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lamin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lamin
Where is Lamin located?
Lamin village is located in Amlarem Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lamin?
The pincode of Lamin is 793109.
What is the population of Lamin?
Lamin has a total population of 1,508, including 734 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Lamin?
There are 229 households in Lamin.
What is the literacy rate in Lamin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamin is 78.78%. Male literacy is 80.25% and female literacy is 77.39%.