Old Bhaitbari - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Old Bhaitbari is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Selsella and around 71 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Old Bhaitbari is 272820. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Old Bhaitbari 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 Old Bhaitbari
As per Census 2011, Old Bhaitbari village has a total population of 1,943 people, consisting of 983 males and 960 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 528 literate and 1,415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Old Bhaitbari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,943 | 983 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 234 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 292 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,415 | 691 | 724 |
Nearby Villages of Old Bhaitbari
Old Bhaitbari 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 Old Bhaitbari
Old Bhaitbari 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 5-10 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 Old Bhaitbari is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Old Bhaitbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Old Bhaitbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Old Bhaitbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Old Bhaitbari 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Old Bhaitbari
Where is Old Bhaitbari located?
Old Bhaitbari village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Old Bhaitbari?
The pincode of Old Bhaitbari is 794104.
What is the population of Old Bhaitbari?
Old Bhaitbari has a total population of 1,943, including 983 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Old Bhaitbari?
There are 338 households in Old Bhaitbari.
What is the literacy rate in Old Bhaitbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Old Bhaitbari is 27.17%. Male literacy is 29.70% and female literacy is 24.58%.