Upper Kalaichar - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Upper Kalaichar is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Kalaichar is 273866. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Upper Kalaichar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upper Kalaichar
As per Census 2011, Upper Kalaichar village has a total population of 704 people, consisting of 343 males and 361 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Kalaichar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 704 | 343 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 188 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 155 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Kalaichar
Upper 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 Upper Kalaichar
Upper Kalaichar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Upper 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 Upper Kalaichar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Kalaichar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Upper 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 Upper Kalaichar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Kalaichar
Where is Upper Kalaichar located?
Upper Kalaichar village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Kalaichar?
The pincode of Upper Kalaichar is 794115.
What is the population of Upper Kalaichar?
Upper Kalaichar has a total population of 704, including 343 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Upper Kalaichar?
There are 160 households in Upper Kalaichar.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Kalaichar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Kalaichar is 51.99%. Male literacy is 54.81% and female literacy is 49.31%.