Bolkinggre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Bolkinggre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolkinggre is 275502. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Bolkinggre 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 Bolkinggre
As per Census 2011, Bolkinggre village has a total population of 390 people, consisting of 206 males and 184 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bolkinggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 390 | 206 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 206 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 142 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 64 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Bolkinggre
Bolkinggre 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 Bolkinggre
Bolkinggre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bolkinggre is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bolkinggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolkinggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bolkinggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolkinggre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bolkinggre
Where is Bolkinggre located?
Bolkinggre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bolkinggre?
The pincode of Bolkinggre is 794111.
What is the population of Bolkinggre?
Bolkinggre has a total population of 390, including 206 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Bolkinggre?
There are 63 households in Bolkinggre.
What is the literacy rate in Bolkinggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolkinggre is 68.72%. Male literacy is 68.93% and female literacy is 68.48%.