New Kamorah - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
New Kamorah is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Kamorah is 278872. The village falls under the 793107 pincode.
New Kamorah 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 New Kamorah
According to the 2011 Census, New Kamorah village had a total population of 480 people, including 260 males and 220 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.10%, with male literacy at 74.42% and female literacy at 65.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.
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 | 480 | 260 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 171 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 160 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 100 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of New Kamorah
New Kamorah 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 New Kamorah
Public transport in the New Kamorah is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Shillong to New Kamorah is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Kamorah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Kamorah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in New Kamorah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Kamorah 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about New Kamorah
Where is New Kamorah located?
New Kamorah village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Kamorah?
The pincode of New Kamorah is 793107.
What is the population of New Kamorah?
New Kamorah had a total population of 480, including 260 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in New Kamorah?
New Kamorah had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Kamorah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Kamorah was 70.10%. Male literacy was 74.42% and female literacy was 65.03%.