Galmara
Galmara is a village located in Betasing subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Betasing (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Tura.
Here you can discover what makes Galmara unique in its vibrant Betasing-West Garo Hills region. You’ll see Galmara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Galmara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Galmara is 273631. Betasing is nearest town to Galmara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Galmara
Population of Galmara
According to the 2011 Census, Galmara has a total population of about 467, with approximately 238 males and 229 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 297. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.10%, with male literacy at about 60.08% and female literacy near 58.08%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Galmara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 238 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 146 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 95 | 96 |
Connectivity of Galmara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Galmara. As per the 2011 stats, Galmara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Galmara
Knowing the nearby villages of Galmara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Galmara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Galmara
- Where is Galmara located?
- Galmara village is situated in Betasing Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Galmara?
- The pincode of Galmara is 794115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Galmara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Galmara is 467, with 238 males and 229 females.
- How many households are there in Galmara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Galmara village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Galmara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Galmara is 59.10%. The male literacy rate is 60.08%, while the female literacy rate is 58.08%.