Rukalgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Rukalgre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rukalgre is 275480. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Rukalgre 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 Rukalgre
As per Census 2011, Rukalgre village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 79 males and 66 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rukalgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Rukalgre
Rukalgre 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 Rukalgre
Rukalgre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Rukalgre is about 8 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 Rukalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rukalgre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rukalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rukalgre 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rukalgre
Where is Rukalgre located?
Rukalgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rukalgre?
The pincode of Rukalgre is 794111.
What is the population of Rukalgre?
Rukalgre has a total population of 145, including 79 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Rukalgre?
There are 32 households in Rukalgre.
What is the literacy rate in Rukalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukalgre is 75.86%. Male literacy is 78.48% and female literacy is 72.73%.