Umsaw

Umsaw is a village located in Mawthadraishan subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Mawthadraishan (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Umsaw has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Umsaw

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umsaw is 276898. Mawthadraishan is nearest town to Umsaw village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Umsaw

Below is a concise population overview of Umsaw as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 809 418 391
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 180 90 90
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 669 342 327
Literate Population 285 145 140
Illiterate Population 524 273 251

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Umsaw village:

  • The total population of Umsaw village is around 809, including approximately 418 males and 391 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Umsaw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Umsaw village has 669 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Umsaw village is about 35.23%, with male literacy at 34.69% and female literacy at 35.81%.
  • There are around 126 households in Umsaw village.

Connectivity of Umsaw

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Umsaw. As per the 2011 stats, Umsaw had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Umsaw

Knowing the nearby villages of Umsaw helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Umsaw.

Phudumbah Sepngi Ranapbah Tiehdang Mawkohlur Nongbudum Mawlum Ramkdait Nginiong Lummyrsiang Tyllang Mawphanlur Mawkohnoh

Frequently Asked Questions about Umsaw

Where is Umsaw located?
Umsaw village is situated in Mawthadraishan Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umsaw?
The pincode of Umsaw is 793119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Umsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umsaw is 809, with 418 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Umsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Umsaw village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umsaw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umsaw is 35.23%. The male literacy rate is 34.69%, while the female literacy rate is 35.81%.