Salbila III - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Salbila III is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salbila III is 273029. 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 Salbila III
According to the 2011 Census, Salbila III village had a total population of 701 people, including 359 males and 342 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.91%, with male literacy at 54.42% and female literacy at 45.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 626.
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 | 701 | 359 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 320 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 154 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 205 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Salbila III
Salbila III 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 Salbila III
Salbila III 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 Salbila III is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salbila III
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salbila III 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salbila III
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salbila III village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salbila III
Where is Salbila III located?
Salbila III village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Salbila III?
The pincode of Salbila III is 794104.
What is the population of Salbila III?
Salbila III had a total population of 701, including 359 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Salbila III?
Salbila III had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salbila III?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbila III was 49.91%. Male literacy was 54.42% and female literacy was 45.29%.