Belguri - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Belguri is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belguri is 273271. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Belguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belguri
According to the 2011 Census, Belguri village had a total population of 365 people, including 181 males and 184 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.83%, with male literacy at 84.71% and female literacy at 63.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 358.
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 | 365 | 181 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 175 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 133 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 48 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Belguri
Belguri 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 Belguri
Belguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Belguri is about 75 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 Belguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belguri
Where is Belguri located?
Belguri village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Belguri?
The pincode of Belguri is 794109.
What is the population of Belguri?
Belguri had a total population of 365, including 181 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Belguri?
Belguri had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belguri was 73.83%. Male literacy was 84.71% and female literacy was 63.41%.