Lalmati - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Lalmati is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalmati is 272891. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Lalmati 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 Lalmati
As per Census 2011, Lalmati village has a total population of 1,066 people, consisting of 534 males and 532 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 495 literate and 571 illiterate residents. Additionally, 280 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalmati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 534 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 262 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 272 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Lalmati
Lalmati 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 Lalmati
Lalmati 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 Lalmati is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalmati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalmati 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lalmati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalmati 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalmati
Where is Lalmati located?
Lalmati village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lalmati?
The pincode of Lalmati is 794104.
What is the population of Lalmati?
Lalmati has a total population of 1,066, including 534 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Lalmati?
There are 204 households in Lalmati.
What is the literacy rate in Lalmati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalmati is 46.44%. Male literacy is 49.06% and female literacy is 43.80%.