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
As per Census 2011, Boro Bollang village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 66 males and 86 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,303 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boro Bollang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 66 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 5 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 152, including 66 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Boro Bollang?
There are 38 households in Boro Bollang.
What is the literacy rate in Boro Bollang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boro Bollang is 33.55%. Male literacy is 45.45% and female literacy is 24.42%.