Upper Shyamnagar - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Upper Shyamnagar is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 38 km from Selsella and around 84 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Shyamnagar is 272778. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Upper Shyamnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upper Shyamnagar
As per Census 2011, Upper Shyamnagar village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 334 males and 332 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 661 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Shyamnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 334 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 661 | 331 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 221 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 113 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Shyamnagar
Upper Shyamnagar 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 Shyamnagar
Upper Shyamnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Upper Shyamnagar is about 84 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 Shyamnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Shyamnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Upper Shyamnagar
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 Shyamnagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Shyamnagar
Where is Upper Shyamnagar located?
Upper Shyamnagar village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Shyamnagar?
The pincode of Upper Shyamnagar is 794104.
What is the population of Upper Shyamnagar?
Upper Shyamnagar has a total population of 666, including 334 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Upper Shyamnagar?
There are 128 households in Upper Shyamnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Shyamnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Shyamnagar is 58.71%. Male literacy is 66.17% and female literacy is 51.20%.