Joyfar - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Joyfar is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from Betasing and around 47 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joyfar is 273622. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Joyfar 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 Joyfar
According to the 2011 Census, Joyfar village had a total population of 800 people, including 429 males and 371 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.38%, with male literacy at 73.73% and female literacy at 58.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 800.
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 | 800 | 429 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 56 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 800 | 429 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 275 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 154 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Joyfar
Joyfar 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 Joyfar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Joyfar.
| 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 Joyfar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joyfar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joyfar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Joyfar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joyfar 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 Joyfar
Where is Joyfar located?
Joyfar village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Joyfar?
The pincode of Joyfar is 794105.
What is the population of Joyfar?
Joyfar had a total population of 800, including 429 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Joyfar?
Joyfar had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joyfar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joyfar was 66.38%. Male literacy was 73.73% and female literacy was 58.13%.