Wakka Kama - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Wakka Kama is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from Betasing and around 20 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakka Kama is 273804. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Wakka Kama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakka Kama
As per Census 2011, Wakka Kama village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 139 males and 138 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wakka Kama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 43 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Wakka Kama
Wakka 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 Wakka Kama
Wakka 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 Wakka Kama is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakka Kama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakka Kama 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 Wakka 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 Wakka Kama 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 Wakka Kama
Where is Wakka Kama located?
Wakka Kama village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wakka Kama?
The pincode of Wakka Kama is 794105.
What is the population of Wakka Kama?
Wakka Kama has a total population of 277, including 139 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Wakka Kama?
There are 51 households in Wakka Kama.
What is the literacy rate in Wakka Kama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakka Kama is 62.82%. Male literacy is 69.06% and female literacy is 56.52%.