Ghilajuri

Ghilajuri is a village located in Zikzak subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Zikzak (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Tura.

Ghilajuri 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 Ghilajuri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghilajuri is 273944. Zikzak is nearest town to Ghilajuri village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ghilajuri

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 229 118 111
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 18 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 229 118 111
Literate Population 127 71 56
Illiterate Population 102 47 55

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

  • The total population of Ghilajuri village is around 229, including approximately 118 males and 111 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Ghilajuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghilajuri village has 229 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghilajuri village is about 55.46%, with male literacy at 60.17% and female literacy at 50.45%.
  • There are around 57 households in Ghilajuri village.

Connectivity of Ghilajuri

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghilajuri

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

Bhorikupi Magurmari Salampara Koraitola Merengipara Lokaichar Kaligaon Kodaldhowa Dahagulipara Paglipara Kisanpara

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghilajuri

Where is Ghilajuri located?
Ghilajuri village is situated in Zikzak Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ghilajuri?
The pincode of Ghilajuri is 794001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghilajuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghilajuri is 229, with 118 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Ghilajuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghilajuri village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghilajuri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghilajuri is 55.46%. The male literacy rate is 60.17%, while the female literacy rate is 50.45%.