Boldokagiri - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Boldokagiri is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boldokagiri is 273013. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Boldokagiri 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 Boldokagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Boldokagiri village had a total population of 173 people, including 92 males and 81 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.20%, with male literacy at 65.15% and female literacy at 44.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 43 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 49 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Boldokagiri
Boldokagiri 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 Boldokagiri
Public transport in the Boldokagiri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Boldokagiri is about 30 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 Boldokagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boldokagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Boldokagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boldokagiri 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 Boldokagiri
Where is Boldokagiri located?
Boldokagiri village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Boldokagiri?
The pincode of Boldokagiri is 794105.
What is the population of Boldokagiri?
Boldokagiri had a total population of 173, including 92 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Boldokagiri?
Boldokagiri had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boldokagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boldokagiri was 55.20%. Male literacy was 65.15% and female literacy was 44.07%.