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.
For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolkinggre
According to the 2011 Census, Bolkinggre village had a total population of 390 people, including 206 males and 184 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.49%, with male literacy at 85.03% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 390.
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 | 390 | 206 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 390, including 206 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Bolkinggre?
Bolkinggre had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bolkinggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolkinggre was 83.49%. Male literacy was 85.03% and female literacy was 81.82%.