Walkamgiri - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Walkamgiri is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walkamgiri is 273001. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walkamgiri
According to the 2011 Census, Walkamgiri village had a total population of 21 people, including 11 males and 10 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Walkamgiri
Walkamgiri 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 Walkamgiri
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Walkamgiri is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Walkamgiri
Where is Walkamgiri located?
Walkamgiri village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Walkamgiri?
The pincode of Walkamgiri is 794104.
What is the population of Walkamgiri?
Walkamgiri had a total population of 21, including 11 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Walkamgiri?
Walkamgiri had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walkamgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walkamgiri was 82.35%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 75.00%.