Williampur - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Williampur is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 56 km from Selsella and around 89 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Williampur is 272749. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Williampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Williampur
As per Census 2011, Williampur village has a total population of 1,057 people, consisting of 510 males and 547 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,049 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Williampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,057 | 510 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 109 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,049 | 503 | 546 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 292 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 218 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Williampur
Williampur 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 Williampur
Williampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Williampur is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Williampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Williampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Williampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Williampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Williampur
Where is Williampur located?
Williampur village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Williampur?
The pincode of Williampur is 794003.
What is the population of Williampur?
Williampur has a total population of 1,057, including 510 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Williampur?
There are 201 households in Williampur.
What is the literacy rate in Williampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Williampur is 56.10%. Male literacy is 57.25% and female literacy is 55.03%.