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.
For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rukalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Rukalgre village had a total population of 145 people, including 79 males and 66 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.30%, with male literacy at 92.54% and female literacy at 81.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 145, including 79 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Rukalgre?
Rukalgre had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rukalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukalgre was 87.30%. Male literacy was 92.54% and female literacy was 81.36%.