Putimari - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Putimari is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Betasing and around 37 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putimari is 273644. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Putimari
According to the 2011 Census, Putimari village had a total population of 136 people, including 66 males and 70 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.52%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 67.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 27 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Putimari
Putimari 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 Putimari
Putimari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Putimari is about 37 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 Putimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putimari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Putimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putimari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Putimari
Where is Putimari located?
Putimari village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Putimari?
The pincode of Putimari is 794105.
What is the population of Putimari?
Putimari had a total population of 136, including 66 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Putimari?
Putimari had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Putimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putimari was 67.52%. Male literacy was 67.24% and female literacy was 67.80%.