Lubia - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Lubia is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lubia is 278883. The village falls under the 793112 pincode.
Lubia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lubia
As per Census 2011, Lubia village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 104 males and 104 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lubia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 56 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Lubia
Lubia 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 Lubia
Lubia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Shillong to Lubia is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lubia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lubia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lubia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lubia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lubia
Where is Lubia located?
Lubia village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lubia?
The pincode of Lubia is 793112.
What is the population of Lubia?
Lubia has a total population of 208, including 104 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Lubia?
There are 40 households in Lubia.
What is the literacy rate in Lubia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lubia is 39.42%. Male literacy is 46.15% and female literacy is 32.69%.