Bhalukmari - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Bhalukmari is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalukmari is 272959. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Bhalukmari 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 Bhalukmari
As per Census 2011, Bhalukmari village has a total population of 300 people, consisting of 131 males and 169 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,290 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalukmari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 131 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 129 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 54 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalukmari
Bhalukmari 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 Bhalukmari
Public transport in the Bhalukmari 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 Bhalukmari is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalukmari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalukmari 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 Bhalukmari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalukmari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalukmari
Where is Bhalukmari located?
Bhalukmari village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bhalukmari?
The pincode of Bhalukmari is 794105.
What is the population of Bhalukmari?
Bhalukmari has a total population of 300, including 131 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Bhalukmari?
There are 62 households in Bhalukmari.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalukmari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalukmari is 49.33%. Male literacy is 58.78% and female literacy is 42.01%.