Batabari - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Batabari is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batabari is 275995. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Batabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batabari
According to the 2011 Census, Batabari village had a total population of 224 people, including 114 males and 110 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.17%, with male literacy at 70.65% and female literacy at 52.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 108 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 49 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Batabari
Batabari 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 Batabari
Batabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Batabari is about 62 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 Batabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batabari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batabari
Where is Batabari located?
Batabari village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Batabari?
The pincode of Batabari is 794104.
What is the population of Batabari?
Batabari had a total population of 224, including 114 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Batabari?
Batabari had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batabari was 61.17%. Male literacy was 70.65% and female literacy was 52.08%.