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.
Salbila III 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 Salbila III
As per Census 2011, Salbila III village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 359 males and 342 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salbila III are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 359 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| 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 has a total population of 701, including 359 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Salbila III?
There are 129 households in Salbila III.
What is the literacy rate in Salbila III?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbila III is 39.80%. Male literacy is 42.90% and female literacy is 36.55%.