Belabor - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Belabor is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from Dalu and around 82 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belabor is 274313. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Belabor 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 Belabor
According to the 2011 Census, Belabor village had a total population of 407 people, including 210 males and 197 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 73.89% and female literacy at 67.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 388.
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 | 407 | 210 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 191 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 94 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Belabor
Belabor 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 Belabor
Belabor 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 5-10 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 Belabor is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belabor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belabor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belabor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belabor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belabor
Where is Belabor located?
Belabor village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Belabor?
The pincode of Belabor is 794103.
What is the population of Belabor?
Belabor had a total population of 407, including 210 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Belabor?
Belabor had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belabor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belabor was 70.93%. Male literacy was 73.89% and female literacy was 67.95%.