Bandigre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Bandigre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandigre is 275452. 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 Bandigre
According to the 2011 Census, Bandigre village had a total population of 112 people, including 60 males and 52 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.24%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 54.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 29 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bandigre
Bandigre 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 Bandigre
Bandigre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bandigre is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandigre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandigre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandigre
Where is Bandigre located?
Bandigre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bandigre?
The pincode of Bandigre is 794111.
What is the population of Bandigre?
Bandigre had a total population of 112, including 60 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Bandigre?
Bandigre had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandigre was 60.24%. Male literacy was 64.58% and female literacy was 54.29%.