Abima - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Abima is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 68.5 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abima is 272907. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abima
According to the 2011 Census, Abima village had a total population of 548 people, including 274 males and 274 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.44%, with male literacy at 76.82% and female literacy at 73.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 540.
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 | 548 | 274 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 540 | 271 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 179 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 95 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Abima
Abima 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 Abima
Public transport in the Abima is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Abima is about 68.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Abima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abima
Where is Abima located?
Abima village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Abima?
The pincode of Abima is 794104.
What is the population of Abima?
Abima had a total population of 548, including 274 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Abima?
Abima had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abima was 75.44%. Male literacy was 76.82% and female literacy was 73.97%.