Garobadha - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Garobadha is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Selsella and around 31 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garobadha is 273079. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Garobadha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garobadha
As per Census 2011, Garobadha village has a total population of 1,325 people, consisting of 686 males and 639 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,110 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 414 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garobadha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,325 | 686 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 199 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 1,110 | 593 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 93 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Garobadha
Garobadha 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 Garobadha
Garobadha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Garobadha is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garobadha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garobadha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garobadha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garobadha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garobadha
Where is Garobadha located?
Garobadha village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Garobadha?
The pincode of Garobadha is 794105.
What is the population of Garobadha?
Garobadha has a total population of 1,325, including 686 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Garobadha?
There are 298 households in Garobadha.
What is the literacy rate in Garobadha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garobadha is 83.77%. Male literacy is 86.44% and female literacy is 80.91%.