Umsaw

Umsaw is a village located in Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nongstoin (tehsildar office) and 10km 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 276758. Nongstoin 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 255 127 128
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 40 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 255 127 128
Literate Population 131 63 68
Illiterate Population 124 64 60

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

  • The total population of Umsaw village is around 255, including approximately 127 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Umsaw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Umsaw village has 255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Umsaw village is about 51.37%, with male literacy at 49.61% and female literacy at 53.13%.
  • There are around 39 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
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.

Diskiang Mawthoh Nongkhniang Tiehbah Urkali Umjaru Nongjyndiang Nongdisong Mawliehbah Mawnar Mawliehbah Mawlangdep

Frequently Asked Questions about Umsaw

Where is Umsaw located?
Umsaw village is situated in Nongstoin 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 255, with 127 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Umsaw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Umsaw village has a total of 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umsaw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umsaw is 51.37%. The male literacy rate is 49.61%, while the female literacy rate is 53.13%.