Kalbanggiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Kalbanggiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalbanggiri is 275569. 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 Kalbanggiri
According to the 2011 Census, Kalbanggiri village had a total population of 132 people, including 71 males and 61 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.11%, with male literacy at 92.98% and female literacy at 78.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kalbanggiri
Kalbanggiri 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 Kalbanggiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalbanggiri.
| 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 Kalbanggiri is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalbanggiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalbanggiri 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 Kalbanggiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalbanggiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalbanggiri
Where is Kalbanggiri located?
Kalbanggiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalbanggiri?
The pincode of Kalbanggiri is 794005.
What is the population of Kalbanggiri?
Kalbanggiri had a total population of 132, including 71 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Kalbanggiri?
Kalbanggiri had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalbanggiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalbanggiri was 86.11%. Male literacy was 92.98% and female literacy was 78.43%.