Tamsura - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Tamsura is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamsura is 274773. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Tamsura 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 Tamsura
According to the 2011 Census, Tamsura village had a total population of 329 people, including 175 males and 154 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.57%, with male literacy at 92.91% and female literacy at 70.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
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 | 329 | 175 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 48 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 174 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 118 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 57 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Tamsura
Tamsura 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 Tamsura
Tamsura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >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 Tamsura is about 75 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 Tamsura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamsura 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 Tamsura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamsura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tamsura
Where is Tamsura located?
Tamsura village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tamsura?
The pincode of Tamsura is 794110.
What is the population of Tamsura?
Tamsura had a total population of 329, including 175 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Tamsura?
Tamsura had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tamsura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamsura was 81.57%. Male literacy was 92.91% and female literacy was 70.31%.