Balma Rongmandi - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Balma Rongmandi is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balma Rongmandi is 273041. 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 Balma Rongmandi
According to the 2011 Census, Balma Rongmandi village had a total population of 238 people, including 123 males and 115 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.28%, with male literacy at 65.09% and female literacy at 37.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 69 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 54 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Balma Rongmandi
Balma Rongmandi 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 Balma Rongmandi
Public transport in the Balma Rongmandi 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 Balma Rongmandi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balma Rongmandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balma Rongmandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balma Rongmandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balma Rongmandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balma Rongmandi
Where is Balma Rongmandi located?
Balma Rongmandi village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balma Rongmandi?
The pincode of Balma Rongmandi is 794104.
What is the population of Balma Rongmandi?
Balma Rongmandi had a total population of 238, including 123 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Balma Rongmandi?
Balma Rongmandi had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balma Rongmandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balma Rongmandi was 52.28%. Male literacy was 65.09% and female literacy was 37.36%.