Babadam - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Babadam is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babadam is 273501. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Babadam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babadam
As per Census 2011, Babadam village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 56 males and 61 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babadam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 30 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Babadam
Babadam 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 Babadam
Babadam 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 >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 Babadam is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babadam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babadam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babadam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babadam 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 Babadam
Where is Babadam located?
Babadam village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Babadam?
The pincode of Babadam is 794002.
What is the population of Babadam?
Babadam has a total population of 117, including 56 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Babadam?
There are 23 households in Babadam.
What is the literacy rate in Babadam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babadam is 42.74%. Male literacy is 46.43% and female literacy is 39.34%.