Lower Phulbari (Bazar) - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Lower Phulbari (Bazar) is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 31 km from Selsella and around 76 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Phulbari (Bazar) is 272781. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Lower Phulbari (Bazar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Phulbari (Bazar)
As per Census 2011, Lower Phulbari (Bazar) village has a total population of 2,609 people, consisting of 1,348 males and 1,261 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,817 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Phulbari (Bazar) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,609 | 1,348 | 1,261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 166 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 154 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,817 | 1,002 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 346 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Phulbari (Bazar)
Lower Phulbari (Bazar) 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 Lower Phulbari (Bazar)
Lower Phulbari (Bazar) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lower Phulbari (Bazar) is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Phulbari (Bazar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Phulbari (Bazar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Phulbari (Bazar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Phulbari (Bazar) 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 Lower Phulbari (Bazar)
Where is Lower Phulbari (Bazar) located?
Lower Phulbari (Bazar) village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Phulbari (Bazar)?
The pincode of Lower Phulbari (Bazar) is 794104.
What is the population of Lower Phulbari (Bazar)?
Lower Phulbari (Bazar) has a total population of 2,609, including 1,348 males and 1,261 females.
How many households are there in Lower Phulbari (Bazar)?
There are 553 households in Lower Phulbari (Bazar).
What is the literacy rate in Lower Phulbari (Bazar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Phulbari (Bazar) is 69.64%. Male literacy is 74.33% and female literacy is 64.63%.