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
According to the 2011 Census, Lalmati village had a total population of 1,066 people, including 534 males and 532 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.56%, with male literacy at 59.41% and female literacy at 51.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,066, including 534 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Lalmati?
Lalmati had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalmati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalmati was 55.56%. Male literacy was 59.41% and female literacy was 51.78%.