Bawegre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Bawegre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawegre is 275371. 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 Bawegre
According to the 2011 Census, Bawegre village had a total population of 333 people, including 176 males and 157 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.78%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 331.
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 | 333 | 176 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 176 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 108 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 68 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Bawegre
Bawegre 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 Bawegre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bawegre.
| 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 Bawegre is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawegre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawegre 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 Bawegre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawegre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bawegre
Where is Bawegre located?
Bawegre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bawegre?
The pincode of Bawegre is 794111.
What is the population of Bawegre?
Bawegre had a total population of 333, including 176 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Bawegre?
Bawegre had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bawegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawegre was 67.78%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 57.69%.