Babilbanda - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Babilbanda is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babilbanda is 275792. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babilbanda
According to the 2011 Census, Babilbanda village had a total population of 31 people, including 18 males and 13 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 722 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Babilbanda
Babilbanda 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 Babilbanda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Babilbanda.
| 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 Baghmara to Babilbanda is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babilbanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babilbanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babilbanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babilbanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babilbanda
Where is Babilbanda located?
Babilbanda village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Babilbanda?
The pincode of Babilbanda is 794005.
What is the population of Babilbanda?
Babilbanda had a total population of 31, including 18 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Babilbanda?
Babilbanda had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babilbanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babilbanda was 69.23%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 66.67%.