Palwalgiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Palwalgiri 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palwalgiri is 275779. 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 Palwalgiri
According to the 2011 Census, Palwalgiri village had a total population of 103 people, including 53 males and 50 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.40%, with male literacy at 76.60% and female literacy at 76.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Palwalgiri
Palwalgiri 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 Palwalgiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palwalgiri.
| 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 Palwalgiri is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palwalgiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palwalgiri 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 Palwalgiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palwalgiri 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 Palwalgiri
Where is Palwalgiri located?
Palwalgiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Palwalgiri?
The pincode of Palwalgiri is 794005.
What is the population of Palwalgiri?
Palwalgiri had a total population of 103, including 53 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Palwalgiri?
Palwalgiri had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palwalgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palwalgiri was 76.40%. Male literacy was 76.60% and female literacy was 76.19%.