Bakdagiri - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Bakdagiri is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from Zikzak and around 84 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakdagiri is 274039. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Bakdagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakdagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Bakdagiri village had a total population of 380 people, including 203 males and 177 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.39%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 64.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 379.
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 | 380 | 203 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 202 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 130 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 73 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Bakdagiri
Bakdagiri 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 Bakdagiri
Public transport in the Bakdagiri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bakdagiri is about 84 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 Bakdagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakdagiri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakdagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakdagiri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakdagiri
Where is Bakdagiri located?
Bakdagiri village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bakdagiri?
The pincode of Bakdagiri is 794106.
What is the population of Bakdagiri?
Bakdagiri had a total population of 380, including 203 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Bakdagiri?
Bakdagiri had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakdagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakdagiri was 74.39%. Male literacy was 82.28% and female literacy was 64.89%.