Upper Damachiga Village Overview
Upper Damachiga is a village in Tikrikilla tehsil of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It lies about 7 km from Tikrikilla tehsil headquarters and around 52 km from Tura district headquarters.
The sections below provide essential information about Upper Damachiga village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Damachiga is 273344. Tikrikilla is the nearest town.
Location Map of Upper Damachiga
Population & Demographics of Upper Damachiga
This section provides population and demographic details of Upper Damachiga village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 258 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 255 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 108 | 119 |
Key population details of Upper Damachiga village are given below:
- Upper Damachiga village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 512, including approximately 258 males and 254 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 507 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Upper Damachiga village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 55.66%.
- There are around 104 households in Upper Damachiga village.
Transport & Connectivity of Upper Damachiga
Transport facilities help residents of Upper Damachiga village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Upper Damachiga
The following villages are located close to Upper Damachiga and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Damachiga
- Where is Upper Damachiga located?
- Upper Damachiga village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Upper Damachiga?
- The pincode of Upper Damachiga is 794109.
- What is the population of Upper Damachiga?
- Upper Damachiga has a total population of 512, including 258 males and 254 females.
- How many households are there in Upper Damachiga?
- There are 104 households in Upper Damachiga.
- What is the literacy rate in Upper Damachiga?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Damachiga is 55.66%. Male literacy is 58.14% and female literacy is 53.15%.