Umlangshor - Thadlaskein, West Jaintia Hills
Umlangshor is a village situated in the Thadlaskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from Thadlaskein and around 10 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umlangshor is 279167. The village falls under the 793151 pincode.
Umlangshor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Jowai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umlangshor
As per Census 2011, Umlangshor village has a total population of 952 people, consisting of 428 males and 524 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,224 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 944 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umlangshor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 428 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 108 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 944 | 422 | 522 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 146 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 282 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Umlangshor
Umlangshor 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 Umlangshor
Public transport in the Umlangshor is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Umlangshor is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umlangshor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umlangshor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Umlangshor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umlangshor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umlangshor
Where is Umlangshor located?
Umlangshor village is located in Thadlaskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umlangshor?
The pincode of Umlangshor is 793151.
What is the population of Umlangshor?
Umlangshor has a total population of 952, including 428 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Umlangshor?
There are 145 households in Umlangshor.
What is the literacy rate in Umlangshor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umlangshor is 33.51%. Male literacy is 34.11% and female literacy is 33.02%.