Haribhanga - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Haribhanga is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from Selsella and around 95 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haribhanga is 272774. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haribhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Haribhanga village had a total population of 1,661 people, including 884 males and 777 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.07%, with male literacy at 56.73% and female literacy at 44.73%.
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 | 1,661 | 884 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 193 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 392 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 993 | 492 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Haribhanga
Haribhanga 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 Haribhanga
Public transport in the Haribhanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Haribhanga is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haribhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haribhanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Haribhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haribhanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haribhanga
Where is Haribhanga located?
Haribhanga village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Haribhanga?
The pincode of Haribhanga is 794109.
What is the population of Haribhanga?
Haribhanga had a total population of 1,661, including 884 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Haribhanga?
Haribhanga had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haribhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haribhanga was 51.07%. Male literacy was 56.73% and female literacy was 44.73%.