Upper Bamil - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Upper 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 95 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Bamil is 274793. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Upper Bamil 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 Upper Bamil
According to the 2011 Census, Upper Bamil village had a total population of 250 people, including 133 males and 117 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 39.42% and female literacy at 25.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 248.
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 | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 132 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 41 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Bamil
Upper 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 Upper Bamil
Upper 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 Upper Bamil is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upper Bamil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Upper 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 Upper 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Bamil
Where is Upper Bamil located?
Upper Bamil village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Bamil?
The pincode of Upper Bamil is 794110.
What is the population of Upper Bamil?
Upper Bamil had a total population of 250, including 133 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Upper Bamil?
Upper Bamil had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Bamil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Bamil was 33.33%. Male literacy was 39.42% and female literacy was 25.61%.