Lower Kamari - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Lower Kamari is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Kamari is 273312. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Lower Kamari 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 Kamari
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Kamari village had a total population of 181 people, including 85 males and 96 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.89%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 69.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 15 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Kamari
Lower Kamari 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 Kamari
Lower Kamari 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 5-10 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 Kamari is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Kamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Kamari 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 Lower Kamari
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 Kamari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Kamari
Where is Lower Kamari located?
Lower Kamari village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Kamari?
The pincode of Lower Kamari is 794109.
What is the population of Lower Kamari?
Lower Kamari had a total population of 181, including 85 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Lower Kamari?
Lower Kamari had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Kamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Kamari was 80.89%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 69.51%.