Balughat

Balughat is a village located in Zikzak subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Zikzak (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Tura.

Balughat has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Balughat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balughat is 273904. Zikzak is nearest town to Balughat village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Balughat

Below is a concise population overview of Balughat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 378 208 170
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 28 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 340 172 168
Literate Population 256 155 101
Illiterate Population 122 53 69

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balughat village:

  • The total population of Balughat village is around 378, including approximately 208 males and 170 females, with a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Balughat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Balughat village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 340 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Balughat village is about 67.72%, with male literacy at 74.52% and female literacy at 59.41%.
  • There are around 60 households in Balughat village.

Connectivity of Balughat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balughat. As per the 2011 stats, Balughat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Balughat

Knowing the nearby villages of Balughat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balughat.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balughat

Where is Balughat located?
Balughat village is situated in Zikzak Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balughat?
The pincode of Balughat is 794106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balughat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balughat is 378, with 208 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Balughat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balughat village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balughat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balughat is 67.72%. The male literacy rate is 74.52%, while the female literacy rate is 59.41%.