Asiragre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Asiragre 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 2 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asiragre is 275466. 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 Asiragre
According to the 2011 Census, Asiragre village had a total population of 277 people, including 123 males and 154 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,252 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.31%, with male literacy at 90.57% and female literacy at 86.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 277.
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 | 277 | 123 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 17 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 123 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 96 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 27 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Asiragre
Asiragre 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 Asiragre
Public transport in the Asiragre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Asiragre is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asiragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asiragre 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 Asiragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asiragre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asiragre
Where is Asiragre located?
Asiragre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Asiragre?
The pincode of Asiragre is 794111.
What is the population of Asiragre?
Asiragre had a total population of 277, including 123 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Asiragre?
Asiragre had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asiragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asiragre was 88.31%. Male literacy was 90.57% and female literacy was 86.40%.