Mustem - Thadlaskein, West Jaintia Hills
Mustem is a village situated in the Thadlaskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Thadlaskein and around 13 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mustem is 279189. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Mustem 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 Mustem
As per Census 2011, Mustem village has a total population of 2,137 people, consisting of 1,031 males and 1,106 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,041 literate and 1,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,092 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mustem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,137 | 1,031 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 233 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,092 | 1,011 | 1,081 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 391 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 640 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Mustem
Mustem 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 Mustem
Mustem is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Mustem is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mustem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mustem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mustem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mustem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mustem
Where is Mustem located?
Mustem village is located in Thadlaskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mustem?
The pincode of Mustem is 793150.
What is the population of Mustem?
Mustem has a total population of 2,137, including 1,031 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Mustem?
There are 328 households in Mustem.
What is the literacy rate in Mustem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mustem is 48.71%. Male literacy is 37.92% and female literacy is 58.77%.