Umsohpieng - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Umsohpieng is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umsohpieng is 276387. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Umsohpieng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umsohpieng
According to the 2011 Census, Umsohpieng village had a total population of 405 people, including 216 males and 189 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.49%, with male literacy at 82.94% and female literacy at 84.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 401.
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 | 405 | 216 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 213 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 75 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Umsohpieng
Umsohpieng 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 Umsohpieng
Public transport in the Umsohpieng 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 Nongstoin to Umsohpieng is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umsohpieng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umsohpieng village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Umsohpieng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umsohpieng 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 Umsohpieng
Where is Umsohpieng located?
Umsohpieng village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umsohpieng?
The pincode of Umsohpieng is 793126.
What is the population of Umsohpieng?
Umsohpieng had a total population of 405, including 216 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Umsohpieng?
Umsohpieng had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umsohpieng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umsohpieng was 83.49%. Male literacy was 82.94% and female literacy was 84.14%.