Betasing Bazar - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Betasing Bazar is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from Betasing and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betasing Bazar is 273713. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Betasing Bazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betasing Bazar
As per Census 2011, Betasing Bazar village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 72 males and 73 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betasing Bazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Betasing Bazar
Betasing Bazar 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 Betasing Bazar
Betasing Bazar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Betasing Bazar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betasing Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betasing Bazar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Betasing Bazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betasing Bazar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Betasing Bazar
Where is Betasing Bazar located?
Betasing Bazar village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Betasing Bazar?
The pincode of Betasing Bazar is 794115.
What is the population of Betasing Bazar?
Betasing Bazar has a total population of 145, including 72 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Betasing Bazar?
There are 35 households in Betasing Bazar.
What is the literacy rate in Betasing Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betasing Bazar is 53.79%. Male literacy is 65.28% and female literacy is 42.47%.