Galmara - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Galmara is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Betasing and around 55 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galmara is 273631. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Galmara 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 Galmara
As per Census 2011, Galmara village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 238 males and 229 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galmara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 238 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 146 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 95 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Galmara
Galmara 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 Galmara
Galmara 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 Tura to Galmara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galmara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galmara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galmara
Where is Galmara located?
Galmara village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Galmara?
The pincode of Galmara is 794115.
What is the population of Galmara?
Galmara has a total population of 467, including 238 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Galmara?
There are 99 households in Galmara.
What is the literacy rate in Galmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galmara is 59.10%. Male literacy is 60.08% and female literacy is 58.08%.