Socio-Economic Profile of the Villages: Shyntor Bulia, Syntiewmaw, Kynjoin, Mawlaho, and Pamrynai
These villages, located in the Umsning Block of Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya, share a common rural character, with agriculture as the primary occupation. Despite their small size, they have basic educational facilities provided by SSA schools.
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| Village | Households | Population | Literacy Rate | Main Occupation | Educational Facilities | Other Activities |
| Shyntor Bulia | 64 | 448 | 80% | Agriculture | 2 SSA schools (up to class V) | N/A |
| Syntiewmaw | 50 | 250 | N/A | Agriculture, Handloom & Handicraft | 1 SSA school | Weaving |
| Kynjoin | 22 | 154 | N/A | Agriculture | 1 SSA school | N/A |
| Mawlaho | 120 | 550 | N/A | Agriculture | 1 SSA school | Weaving, Silkwork |
| Pamrynai | 105 | 650 | N/A | Agriculture | 1 SSA school | N/A |
Common Challenges and Opportunities
- Geographic Isolation: The villages, especially Shyntor Bulia due to the seasonal flooding, face challenges in connectivity and accessibility.
- Educational Limitations: The SSA schools only provide education up to class V, limiting educational opportunities for students beyond that level. At Shyntor Bulia, the villagers setup a private school since the SSA school is far away from their village.
- Limited Infrastructure: The villages lack basic infrastructure such as proper roads, healthcare facilities.
- Economic Diversification: Dependence solely on agriculture makes the villages vulnerable to fluctuations in crop yields and market prices.
- Opportunities in Handicrafts: The weaving and silkwork activities in Syntiewmaw and Mawlaho could be promoted and scaled up to provide alternative sources of income. Central Silk Board has their office at Nongpoh and working in these areas promoting adoption Muga silk as livelihood option.
- Improved Infrastructure: Government initiatives should focus on improving roads, bridges, and other infrastructure to enhance connectivity and accessibility.
- Upgradation of Education: The SSA schools could be upgraded to provide education up to higher levels or explore alternative educational models like distance learning.
- Promotion of Handicrafts: The government and NGOs could provide training, marketing support, and access to finance for artisans engaged in weaving and silkwork.
- Diversification of Agriculture: Farmers could be encouraged to adopt sustainable agricultural practices, explore value-added products, and diversify their crops.
- Community Development Programs: Implementing community development programs can address social and economic challenges, improve livelihoods, and strengthen community resilience.
By addressing these challenges and leveraging the opportunities, these villages can improve their socio-economic conditions and enhance the quality of life of their residents.
