Gimbidua - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Gimbidua 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 39 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gimbidua is 273017. 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 Gimbidua
According to the 2011 Census, Gimbidua village had a total population of 206 people, including 99 males and 107 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.85%, with male literacy at 70.51% and female literacy at 78.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 96 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 55 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 44 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Gimbidua
Gimbidua 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 Gimbidua
Gimbidua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gimbidua is about 39 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 Gimbidua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gimbidua 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 Gimbidua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gimbidua 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 Gimbidua
Where is Gimbidua located?
Gimbidua village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gimbidua?
The pincode of Gimbidua is 794104.
What is the population of Gimbidua?
Gimbidua had a total population of 206, including 99 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Gimbidua?
Gimbidua had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gimbidua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gimbidua was 74.85%. Male literacy was 70.51% and female literacy was 78.82%.