Akelgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Akelgre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akelgre is 275423. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akelgre
According to the 2011 Census, Akelgre village had a total population of 268 people, including 125 males and 143 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.28%, with male literacy at 47.87% and female literacy at 17.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 266.
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 | 268 | 125 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 123 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 45 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 80 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Akelgre
Akelgre 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 Akelgre
Akelgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Williamnagar to Akelgre is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akelgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akelgre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akelgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akelgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Akelgre
Where is Akelgre located?
Akelgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Akelgre?
The pincode of Akelgre is 794111.
What is the population of Akelgre?
Akelgre had a total population of 268, including 125 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Akelgre?
Akelgre had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akelgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akelgre was 31.28%. Male literacy was 47.87% and female literacy was 17.95%.