Batajolgaon - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Batajolgaon is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from Betasing and around 51 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batajolgaon is 273742. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batajolgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Batajolgaon village had a total population of 334 people, including 183 males and 151 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.54%, with male literacy at 63.52% and female literacy at 52.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 334.
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 | 334 | 183 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 183 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 101 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 82 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Batajolgaon
Batajolgaon 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 Batajolgaon
Batajolgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Batajolgaon is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batajolgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batajolgaon 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 Batajolgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batajolgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batajolgaon
Where is Batajolgaon located?
Batajolgaon village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Batajolgaon?
The pincode of Batajolgaon is 794115.
What is the population of Batajolgaon?
Batajolgaon had a total population of 334, including 183 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Batajolgaon?
Batajolgaon had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batajolgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batajolgaon was 58.54%. Male literacy was 63.52% and female literacy was 52.34%.