Lower Damachiga - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Lower Damachiga is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Damachiga is 273299. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Lower Damachiga 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 Lower Damachiga
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Damachiga village had a total population of 671 people, including 355 males and 316 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.07%, with male literacy at 83.73% and female literacy at 78.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 657.
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 | 671 | 355 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 657 | 345 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 247 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 108 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Damachiga
Lower Damachiga 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 Lower Damachiga
Public transport in the Lower Damachiga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Lower Damachiga is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Damachiga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Damachiga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Damachiga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Damachiga 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 Lower Damachiga
Where is Lower Damachiga located?
Lower Damachiga village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Damachiga?
The pincode of Lower Damachiga is 794109.
What is the population of Lower Damachiga?
Lower Damachiga had a total population of 671, including 355 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Lower Damachiga?
Lower Damachiga had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Damachiga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Damachiga was 81.07%. Male literacy was 83.73% and female literacy was 78.11%.