Bolchugiri - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Bolchugiri is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolchugiri is 276256. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolchugiri
According to the 2011 Census, Bolchugiri village had a total population of 42 people, including 21 males and 21 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.48%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 18.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bolchugiri
Bolchugiri 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 Bolchugiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bolchugiri.
| 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 Bolchugiri is about 67 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 Bolchugiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolchugiri 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 Bolchugiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolchugiri 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 Bolchugiri
Where is Bolchugiri located?
Bolchugiri village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bolchugiri?
The pincode of Bolchugiri is 794114.
What is the population of Bolchugiri?
Bolchugiri had a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Bolchugiri?
Bolchugiri had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bolchugiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolchugiri was 35.48%. Male literacy was 53.33% and female literacy was 18.75%.