Boro Bollang - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Boro Bollang is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Dalu and around 73 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boro Bollang is 274301. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Boro Bollang 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 Boro Bollang
According to the 2011 Census, Boro Bollang village had a total population of 152 people, including 66 males and 86 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,303 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.84%, with male literacy at 49.18% and female literacy at 31.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 152 | 66 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 5 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 66 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 36 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Boro Bollang
Boro Bollang 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 Boro Bollang
Public transport in the Boro Bollang is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Boro Bollang is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boro Bollang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boro Bollang 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Boro Bollang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boro Bollang 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 Boro Bollang
Where is Boro Bollang located?
Boro Bollang village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Boro Bollang?
The pincode of Boro Bollang is 794103.
What is the population of Boro Bollang?
Boro Bollang had a total population of 152, including 66 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Boro Bollang?
Boro Bollang had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boro Bollang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boro Bollang was 39.84%. Male literacy was 49.18% and female literacy was 31.34%.