Lama

Lama is a village located in Khliehriat subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Khliehriat (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Lama has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lama is 279470. Khliehriat is nearest town to Lama village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Lama

Below is a concise population overview of Lama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 338 162 176
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 43 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 337 161 176
Literate Population 117 50 67
Illiterate Population 221 112 109

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lama village:

  • The total population of Lama village is around 338, including approximately 162 males and 176 females, with a sex ratio of 1086 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Lama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lama village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 337 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lama village is about 34.62%, with male literacy at 30.86% and female literacy at 38.07%.
  • There are around 59 households in Lama village.

Connectivity of Lama

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lama. As per the 2011 stats, Lama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lama

Knowing the nearby villages of Lama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lama.

Lum Shnong Umbadoh Umlong Um Latdoh Ummat Natbor Borghat Kwator Pdien Wah Khynriam Umlaper Umstain

Frequently Asked Questions about Lama

Where is Lama located?
Lama village is situated in Khliehriat Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lama?
The pincode of Lama is 793160, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lama is 338, with 162 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Lama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lama village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lama is 34.62%. The male literacy rate is 30.86%, while the female literacy rate is 38.07%.