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
According to the 2011 Census, Babadam village had a total population of 117 people, including 56 males and 61 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.47%, with male literacy at 60.47% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 117, including 56 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Babadam?
Babadam had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babadam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babadam was 57.47%. Male literacy was 60.47% and female literacy was 54.55%.