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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Amlarem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamin
According to the 2011 Census, Lamin village had a total population of 1,508 people, including 734 males and 774 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 91.60% and female literacy at 88.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,502.
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 | 1,508 | 734 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,508, including 734 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Lamin?
Lamin had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamin was 90.00%. Male literacy was 91.60% and female literacy was 88.48%.