Balughat - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Balughat is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balughat is 273904. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Balughat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balughat
As per Census 2011, Balughat village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 208 males and 170 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balughat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 208 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 172 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 155 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 53 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Balughat
Balughat 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 Balughat
Balughat 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 | 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 Balughat is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balughat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balughat 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 Balughat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balughat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balughat
Where is Balughat located?
Balughat village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balughat?
The pincode of Balughat is 794106.
What is the population of Balughat?
Balughat has a total population of 378, including 208 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Balughat?
There are 60 households in Balughat.
What is the literacy rate in Balughat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balughat is 67.72%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 59.41%.