Umdienling - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Umdienling is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 38 km from Laskein and around 67 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umdienling is 279280. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Umdienling 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 Umdienling
According to the 2011 Census, Umdienling village had a total population of 922 people, including 460 males and 462 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.57%, with male literacy at 37.65% and female literacy at 61.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 922.
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 | 922 | 460 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 120 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 922 | 460 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 128 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 332 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Umdienling
Umdienling 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 Umdienling
Umdienling 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 Umdienling is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umdienling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umdienling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Umdienling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umdienling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umdienling
Where is Umdienling located?
Umdienling village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umdienling?
The pincode of Umdienling is 793150.
What is the population of Umdienling?
Umdienling had a total population of 922, including 460 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Umdienling?
Umdienling had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umdienling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umdienling was 49.57%. Male literacy was 37.65% and female literacy was 61.14%.