Phramer - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Phramer is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from Laskein and around 13 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phramer is 279252. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Phramer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raliang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phramer
As per Census 2011, Phramer village has a total population of 1,145 people, consisting of 589 males and 556 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 582 literate and 563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 976 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phramer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,145 | 589 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 122 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 976 | 458 | 518 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 297 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 292 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Phramer
Phramer 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 Phramer
Public transport in the Phramer is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Phramer is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phramer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phramer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Phramer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phramer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phramer
Where is Phramer located?
Phramer village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Phramer?
The pincode of Phramer is 793150.
What is the population of Phramer?
Phramer has a total population of 1,145, including 589 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Phramer?
There are 197 households in Phramer.
What is the literacy rate in Phramer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phramer is 50.83%. Male literacy is 50.42% and female literacy is 51.26%.