Lower Bamil - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Lower Bamil is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Bamil is 274794. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Lower Bamil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Lower Bamil
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Bamil village had a total population of 471 people, including 240 males and 231 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.96%, with male literacy at 68.23% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 465.
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 | 471 | 240 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 465 | 236 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 131 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 109 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Bamil
Lower Bamil 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 Lower Bamil
Lower Bamil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Lower Bamil is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Bamil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Bamil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Bamil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Bamil 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Bamil
Where is Lower Bamil located?
Lower Bamil village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Bamil?
The pincode of Lower Bamil is 794110.
What is the population of Lower Bamil?
Lower Bamil had a total population of 471, including 240 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Lower Bamil?
Lower Bamil had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Bamil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Bamil was 64.96%. Male literacy was 68.23% and female literacy was 61.45%.