Ichamati - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Ichamati is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichamati is 278870. The village falls under the 793112 pincode.
Ichamati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichamati
As per Census 2011, Ichamati village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 338 males and 289 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichamati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 338 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 213 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 125 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Ichamati
Ichamati 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 Ichamati
Ichamati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shillong to Ichamati is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ichamati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichamati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ichamati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichamati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ichamati
Where is Ichamati located?
Ichamati village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ichamati?
The pincode of Ichamati is 793112.
What is the population of Ichamati?
Ichamati has a total population of 627, including 338 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Ichamati?
There are 124 households in Ichamati.
What is the literacy rate in Ichamati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichamati is 55.82%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 47.40%.