Tum Tum - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Tum Tum is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Laskein and around 56 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tum Tum is 279209. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Tum Tum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mowkaiaw Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tum Tum
According to the 2011 Census, Tum Tum village had a total population of 373 people, including 190 males and 183 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.53%, with male literacy at 42.42% and female literacy at 73.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 368.
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 | 373 | 190 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 187 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 56 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 134 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Tum Tum
Tum Tum 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 Tum Tum
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tum Tum.
| 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 Tum Tum 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 Tum Tum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tum Tum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tum Tum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tum Tum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tum Tum
Where is Tum Tum located?
Tum Tum village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tum Tum?
The pincode of Tum Tum is 793150.
What is the population of Tum Tum?
Tum Tum had a total population of 373, including 190 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Tum Tum?
Tum Tum had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tum Tum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tum Tum was 57.53%. Male literacy was 42.42% and female literacy was 73.23%.