Nilwasagiri - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Nilwasagiri is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilwasagiri is 275969. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
Nilwasagiri 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 Nilwasagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Nilwasagiri village had a total population of 104 people, including 57 males and 47 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 61.36% and female literacy at 36.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 30 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Nilwasagiri
Nilwasagiri 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 Nilwasagiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nilwasagiri.
| 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 Nilwasagiri is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilwasagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilwasagiri 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 Nilwasagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilwasagiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nilwasagiri
Where is Nilwasagiri located?
Nilwasagiri village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nilwasagiri?
The pincode of Nilwasagiri is 794102.
What is the population of Nilwasagiri?
Nilwasagiri had a total population of 104, including 57 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Nilwasagiri?
Nilwasagiri had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilwasagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilwasagiri was 50.00%. Male literacy was 61.36% and female literacy was 36.11%.