Paham

Paham is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Tura.

Paham has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Paham

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paham is 272753. Selsella is nearest town to Paham village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Paham

Below is a concise population overview of Paham as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,037 1,032 1,005
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 350 178 172
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 4 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,031 1,027 1,004
Literate Population 729 499 230
Illiterate Population 1,308 533 775

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paham village:

  • The total population of Paham village is around 2,037, including approximately 1,032 males and 1,005 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 350 children aged 0–6 years in Paham village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paham village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,031 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Paham village is about 35.79%, with male literacy at 48.35% and female literacy at 22.89%.
  • There are around 426 households in Paham village.

Connectivity of Paham

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paham. As per the 2011 stats, Paham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Paham

Knowing the nearby villages of Paham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paham.

Pabomari Williampur Nidanpur Sorokpara Alokdia Paham Tilapara Pathorkata Gofuapara Upper Nalbari Lower Nalbari I Pushkanipara

Frequently Asked Questions about Paham

Where is Paham located?
Paham village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Paham?
The pincode of Paham is 794104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paham is 2,037, with 1,032 males and 1,005 females.
How many households are there in Paham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paham village has a total of 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paham as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paham is 35.79%. The male literacy rate is 48.35%, while the female literacy rate is 22.89%.