Haribhanga - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Haribhanga is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haribhanga is 273240. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Haribhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haribhanga
As per Census 2011, Haribhanga village has a total population of 743 people, consisting of 394 males and 349 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haribhanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 394 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 144 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 250 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Haribhanga
Haribhanga 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 Haribhanga
Haribhanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Haribhanga is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haribhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haribhanga 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 Haribhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haribhanga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haribhanga
Where is Haribhanga located?
Haribhanga village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Haribhanga?
The pincode of Haribhanga is 794109.
What is the population of Haribhanga?
Haribhanga has a total population of 743, including 394 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Haribhanga?
There are 143 households in Haribhanga.
What is the literacy rate in Haribhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haribhanga is 30.01%. Male literacy is 36.55% and female literacy is 22.64%.