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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kera
According to the 2011 Census, Kera village had a total population of 148 people, including 79 males and 69 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.07%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 52.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 148, including 79 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kera?
Kera had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kera was 62.07%. Male literacy was 70.49% and female literacy was 52.73%.