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
As per Census 2011, Upper Bamil village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 133 males and 117 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Bamil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 250, including 133 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Upper Bamil?
There are 49 households in Upper Bamil.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Bamil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Bamil is 24.80%. Male literacy is 30.83% and female literacy is 17.95%.