Chipra Kama - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Chipra Kama is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from Betasing and around 56 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chipra Kama is 273774. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Chipra Kama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chipra Kama
According to the 2011 Census, Chipra Kama village had a total population of 216 people, including 109 males and 107 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.77%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 79.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 107 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 41 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Chipra Kama
Chipra Kama 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 Chipra Kama
Chipra Kama 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 >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 Tura to Chipra Kama is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chipra Kama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chipra Kama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chipra Kama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chipra Kama 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chipra Kama
Where is Chipra Kama located?
Chipra Kama village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chipra Kama?
The pincode of Chipra Kama is 794115.
What is the population of Chipra Kama?
Chipra Kama had a total population of 216, including 109 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Chipra Kama?
Chipra Kama had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chipra Kama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chipra Kama was 78.77%. Male literacy was 78.16% and female literacy was 79.35%.