Umshem

Umshem is a village located in Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Nongstoin (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Umshem 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 Umshem

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Umshem is 276704. Nongstoin is nearest town to Umshem village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Umshem

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 99 51 48
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 20 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 99 51 48
Literate Population 62 29 33
Illiterate Population 37 22 15

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

  • The total population of Umshem village is around 99, including approximately 51 males and 48 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Umshem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Umshem village has 99 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Umshem village is about 62.63%, with male literacy at 56.86% and female literacy at 68.75%.
  • There are around 19 households in Umshem village.

Connectivity of Umshem

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Umshem. As per the 2011 stats, Umshem 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Umshem

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

Mawiawtep Mawthir Nongkyndang Pungphreit Rynniaw Marwa Domkyrkoh Umsiej Nongshilliang Mawthaw Umiong

Frequently Asked Questions about Umshem

Where is Umshem located?
Umshem village is situated in Nongstoin Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umshem?
The pincode of Umshem is 793119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Umshem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Umshem is 99, with 51 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Umshem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Umshem village has a total of 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umshem as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Umshem is 62.63%. The male literacy rate is 56.86%, while the female literacy rate is 68.75%.