Bollonggitok - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Bollonggitok is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bollonggitok is 273350. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Bollonggitok 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 Bollonggitok
According to the 2011 Census, Bollonggitok village had a total population of 577 people, including 296 males and 281 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.66%, with male literacy at 90.16% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 572.
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 | 577 | 296 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 293 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 229 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 67 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Bollonggitok
Bollonggitok 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 Bollonggitok
Bollonggitok 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Bollonggitok is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bollonggitok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bollonggitok village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bollonggitok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bollonggitok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bollonggitok
Where is Bollonggitok located?
Bollonggitok village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bollonggitok?
The pincode of Bollonggitok is 794109.
What is the population of Bollonggitok?
Bollonggitok had a total population of 577, including 296 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Bollonggitok?
Bollonggitok had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bollonggitok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bollonggitok was 85.66%. Male literacy was 90.16% and female literacy was 80.77%.