Bansam Awegre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Bansam Awegre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansam Awegre is 275392. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Bansam Awegre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bansam Awegre
As per Census 2011, Bansam Awegre village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 152 males and 138 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bansam Awegre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 152 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 152 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 40 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Bansam Awegre
Bansam Awegre 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 Bansam Awegre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bansam Awegre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Bansam Awegre is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bansam Awegre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansam Awegre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bansam Awegre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansam Awegre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bansam Awegre
Where is Bansam Awegre located?
Bansam Awegre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bansam Awegre?
The pincode of Bansam Awegre is 794111.
What is the population of Bansam Awegre?
Bansam Awegre has a total population of 290, including 152 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Bansam Awegre?
There are 54 households in Bansam Awegre.
What is the literacy rate in Bansam Awegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansam Awegre is 70.69%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 67.39%.