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
According to the 2011 Census, Photamati village had a total population of 371 people, including 179 males and 192 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.63%, with male literacy at 86.49% and female literacy at 66.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 340.
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 | 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 had a total population of 371, including 179 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Photamati?
Photamati had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Photamati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Photamati was 75.63%. Male literacy was 86.49% and female literacy was 66.07%.