Halchati - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Halchati is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from Dalu and around 70 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halchati is 274312. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Halchati 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 Halchati
According to the 2011 Census, Halchati village had a total population of 341 people, including 200 males and 141 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 705 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.55%, with male literacy at 77.38% and female literacy at 45.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 323.
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 | 341 | 200 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 32 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 182 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 130 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 70 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Halchati
Halchati 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 Halchati
Halchati 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Halchati is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halchati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halchati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Halchati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halchati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halchati
Where is Halchati located?
Halchati village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Halchati?
The pincode of Halchati is 794103.
What is the population of Halchati?
Halchati had a total population of 341, including 200 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Halchati?
Halchati had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halchati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halchati was 63.55%. Male literacy was 77.38% and female literacy was 45.80%.