Bhajamara - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Bhajamara is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from Selsella and around 62 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhajamara is 272909. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Bhajamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajabala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhajamara
According to the 2011 Census, Bhajamara village had a total population of 436 people, including 223 males and 213 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.00%, with male literacy at 51.72% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
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 | 436 | 223 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 219 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 105 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 118 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Bhajamara
Bhajamara 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 Bhajamara
Bhajamara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhajamara is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhajamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhajamara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhajamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhajamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhajamara
Where is Bhajamara located?
Bhajamara village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bhajamara?
The pincode of Bhajamara is 794104.
What is the population of Bhajamara?
Bhajamara had a total population of 436, including 223 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Bhajamara?
Bhajamara had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhajamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhajamara was 40.00%. Male literacy was 51.72% and female literacy was 27.27%.