Bortola - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Bortola is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bortola is 274016. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Bortola 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 Bortola
According to the 2011 Census, Bortola village had a total population of 122 people, including 68 males and 54 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.77%, with male literacy at 65.52% and female literacy at 43.48%.
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 | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 38 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 30 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Bortola
Bortola 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 Bortola
Bortola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bortola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Bortola is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bortola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bortola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bortola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bortola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bortola
Where is Bortola located?
Bortola village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bortola?
The pincode of Bortola is 794106.
What is the population of Bortola?
Bortola had a total population of 122, including 68 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Bortola?
Bortola had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bortola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bortola was 55.77%. Male literacy was 65.52% and female literacy was 43.48%.