Gaoram - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Gaoram is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaoram is 274861. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Gaoram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaoram
According to the 2011 Census, Gaoram village had a total population of 128 people, including 59 males and 69 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.29%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 94.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 128 | 59 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 40 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Gaoram
Gaoram 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 Gaoram
Public transport in the Gaoram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Gaoram is about 58 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 Gaoram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaoram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gaoram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaoram 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gaoram
Where is Gaoram located?
Gaoram village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gaoram?
The pincode of Gaoram is 794110.
What is the population of Gaoram?
Gaoram had a total population of 128, including 59 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Gaoram?
Gaoram had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaoram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaoram was 90.29%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 94.64%.