Lower Kalaichar - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Lower Kalaichar is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Kalaichar is 273848. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Kalaichar
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Kalaichar village had a total population of 936 people, including 492 males and 444 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.81%, with male literacy at 41.07% and female literacy at 38.46%.
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 | 936 | 492 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 117 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 154 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 338 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Kalaichar
Lower Kalaichar 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 Kalaichar
Lower Kalaichar 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Lower Kalaichar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Kalaichar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Kalaichar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Kalaichar
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 Kalaichar 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Kalaichar
Where is Lower Kalaichar located?
Lower Kalaichar village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Kalaichar?
The pincode of Lower Kalaichar is 794115.
What is the population of Lower Kalaichar?
Lower Kalaichar had a total population of 936, including 492 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Lower Kalaichar?
Lower Kalaichar had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Kalaichar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Kalaichar was 39.81%. Male literacy was 41.07% and female literacy was 38.46%.