Kamsing - Amlarem, West Jaintia Hills
Kamsing is a village situated in the Amlarem subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 44 km from Amlarem and around 69 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamsing is 279384. The village falls under the 793109 pincode.
Kamsing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Amlarem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamsing
As per Census 2011, Kamsing village has a total population of 83 people, consisting of 46 males and 37 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 804 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamsing are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 21 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kamsing
Kamsing 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 Kamsing
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kamsing.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Kamsing is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamsing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamsing 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kamsing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamsing 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 Kamsing
Where is Kamsing located?
Kamsing village is located in Amlarem Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kamsing?
The pincode of Kamsing is 793109.
What is the population of Kamsing?
Kamsing has a total population of 83, including 46 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Kamsing?
There are 18 households in Kamsing.
What is the literacy rate in Kamsing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamsing is 61.45%. Male literacy is 54.35% and female literacy is 70.27%.