Photamati - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Photamati 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 55 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Photamati is 273259. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Photamati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Photamati
As per Census 2011, Photamati village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 179 males and 192 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Photamati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 179 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 161 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 128 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 51 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Photamati
Photamati 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 Photamati
Photamati 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 Photamati is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Photamati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Photamati 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 km |
Health Facilities in Photamati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Photamati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Photamati
Where is Photamati located?
Photamati village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Photamati?
The pincode of Photamati is 794109.
What is the population of Photamati?
Photamati has a total population of 371, including 179 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Photamati?
There are 78 households in Photamati.
What is the literacy rate in Photamati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Photamati is 64.42%. Male literacy is 71.51% and female literacy is 57.81%.