Gongnagre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Gongnagre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gongnagre is 275404. 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 Gongnagre
According to the 2011 Census, Gongnagre village had a total population of 236 people, including 123 males and 113 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.96%, with male literacy at 84.69% and female literacy at 58.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 236 | 123 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 123 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 83 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 40 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Gongnagre
Gongnagre 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 Gongnagre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gongnagre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Gongnagre is about 32 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 Gongnagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gongnagre 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 Gongnagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gongnagre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gongnagre
Where is Gongnagre located?
Gongnagre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gongnagre?
The pincode of Gongnagre is 794111.
What is the population of Gongnagre?
Gongnagre had a total population of 236, including 123 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Gongnagre?
Gongnagre had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gongnagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gongnagre was 71.96%. Male literacy was 84.69% and female literacy was 58.24%.