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.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Bansam Awegre village had a total population of 290 people, including 152 males and 138 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.67%, with male literacy at 86.82% and female literacy at 80.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 290.
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 | 290 | 152 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 290, including 152 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Bansam Awegre?
Bansam Awegre had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bansam Awegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansam Awegre was 83.67%. Male literacy was 86.82% and female literacy was 80.17%.