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
According to the 2011 Census, Galmara village had a total population of 467 people, including 238 males and 229 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 75.66% and female literacy at 71.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
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 | 467 | 238 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 467, including 238 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Galmara?
Galmara had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galmara was 73.40%. Male literacy was 75.66% and female literacy was 71.12%.