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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakka Kama
According to the 2011 Census, Wakka Kama village had a total population of 277 people, including 139 males and 138 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 67.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 277, including 139 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Wakka Kama?
Wakka Kama had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakka Kama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakka Kama was 75.00%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 67.83%.