Golamati - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Golamati is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golamati is 272996. 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 Golamati
According to the 2011 Census, Golamati village had a total population of 42 people, including 24 males and 18 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.89%, with male literacy at 19.05% and female literacy at 6.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Golamati
Golamati 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 Golamati
Public transport in the Golamati 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 Golamati is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golamati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golamati 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 Golamati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golamati 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 Golamati
Where is Golamati located?
Golamati village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Golamati?
The pincode of Golamati is 794104.
What is the population of Golamati?
Golamati had a total population of 42, including 24 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Golamati?
Golamati had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golamati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golamati was 13.89%. Male literacy was 19.05% and female literacy was 6.67%.