Lower Bajengoda - Bajengdoba, North Garo Hills
Lower Bajengoda is a village situated in the Bajengdoba subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Resubelpara and around 80 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Bajengoda is 274501. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
Lower Bajengoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajengdoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Bajengoda
As per Census 2011, Lower Bajengoda village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 255 males and 254 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 498 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Bajengoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 255 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 498 | 249 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 200 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 55 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Bajengoda
Lower Bajengoda 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 Lower Bajengoda
Lower Bajengoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Lower Bajengoda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Bajengoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Bajengoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lower Bajengoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Bajengoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Bajengoda
Where is Lower Bajengoda located?
Lower Bajengoda village is located in Bajengdoba Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Bajengoda?
The pincode of Lower Bajengoda is 794004.
What is the population of Lower Bajengoda?
Lower Bajengoda has a total population of 509, including 255 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Lower Bajengoda?
There are 81 households in Lower Bajengoda.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Bajengoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Bajengoda is 77.21%. Male literacy is 78.43% and female literacy is 75.98%.