Lower Tombuma - Kharkutta, North Garo Hills
Lower Tombuma is a village situated in the Kharkutta subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from Kharkutta and around 101 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Tombuma is 274995. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Tombuma
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Tombuma village had a total population of 163 people, including 86 males and 77 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.51%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 82.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 83 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Tombuma
Lower Tombuma 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 Lower Tombuma
Lower Tombuma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lower Tombuma is about 101 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 Lower Tombuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Tombuma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Tombuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Tombuma 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 Lower Tombuma
Where is Lower Tombuma located?
Lower Tombuma village is located in Kharkutta Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Tombuma?
The pincode of Lower Tombuma is 794110.
What is the population of Lower Tombuma?
Lower Tombuma had a total population of 163, including 86 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Lower Tombuma?
Lower Tombuma had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Tombuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Tombuma was 85.51%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 82.35%.