Kera - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Kera is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kera is 275333. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Kera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kera
As per Census 2011, Kera village has a total population of 148 people, consisting of 79 males and 69 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kera
Kera 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 Kera
Public transport in the Kera is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Kera is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kera 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kera
Where is Kera located?
Kera village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kera?
The pincode of Kera is 794111.
What is the population of Kera?
Kera has a total population of 148, including 79 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kera?
There are 27 households in Kera.
What is the literacy rate in Kera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kera is 48.65%. Male literacy is 54.43% and female literacy is 42.03%.