Boldamgiri - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Boldamgiri is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boldamgiri is 273823. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Boldamgiri 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 Boldamgiri
As per Census 2011, Boldamgiri village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 167 males and 191 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,143 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boldamgiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 167 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 146 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 139 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 28 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Boldamgiri
Boldamgiri 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 Boldamgiri
Public transport in the Boldamgiri 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 Boldamgiri 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 Boldamgiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boldamgiri 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 Boldamgiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boldamgiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Boldamgiri
Where is Boldamgiri located?
Boldamgiri village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Boldamgiri?
The pincode of Boldamgiri is 794115.
What is the population of Boldamgiri?
Boldamgiri has a total population of 358, including 167 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Boldamgiri?
There are 59 households in Boldamgiri.
What is the literacy rate in Boldamgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boldamgiri is 82.68%. Male literacy is 83.23% and female literacy is 82.20%.