Raja Turam - Adokgre, North Garo Hills
Raja Turam is a village situated in the Adokgre subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from Kharkutta and around 160 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raja Turam is 275093.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raja Turam
According to the 2011 Census, Raja Turam village had a total population of 62 people, including 31 males and 31 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.38%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Raja Turam
Raja Turam 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 Raja Turam
Raja Turam 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 | 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 Williamnagar to Raja Turam is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raja Turam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raja Turam 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 Raja Turam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raja Turam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raja Turam
Where is Raja Turam located?
Raja Turam village is located in Adokgre Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the population of Raja Turam?
Raja Turam had a total population of 62, including 31 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Raja Turam?
Raja Turam had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raja Turam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raja Turam was 90.38%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 88.89%.