Bamon Wakchol - Baghmara, South Garo Hills
Bamon Wakchol is a village situated in the Baghmara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamon Wakchol is 276124. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamon Wakchol
According to the 2011 Census, Bamon Wakchol village had a total population of 144 people, including 68 males and 76 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.02%, with male literacy at 90.20% and female literacy at 76.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 68 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 60 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Bamon Wakchol
Bamon Wakchol 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 Bamon Wakchol
Bamon Wakchol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baghmara to Bamon Wakchol is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamon Wakchol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamon Wakchol 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamon Wakchol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamon Wakchol 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 Bamon Wakchol
Where is Bamon Wakchol located?
Bamon Wakchol village is located in Baghmara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bamon Wakchol?
The pincode of Bamon Wakchol is 794102.
What is the population of Bamon Wakchol?
Bamon Wakchol had a total population of 144, including 68 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Bamon Wakchol?
Bamon Wakchol had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamon Wakchol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamon Wakchol was 83.02%. Male literacy was 90.20% and female literacy was 76.36%.