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.
Balma Rongmandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balma Rongmandi
As per Census 2011, Balma Rongmandi village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 123 males and 115 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balma Rongmandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| 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 has a total population of 238, including 123 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Balma Rongmandi?
There are 57 households in Balma Rongmandi.
What is the literacy rate in Balma Rongmandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balma Rongmandi is 43.28%. Male literacy is 56.10% and female literacy is 29.57%.