Samanda Megapgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Samanda Megapgre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samanda Megapgre is 275428. 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 Samanda Megapgre
According to the 2011 Census, Samanda Megapgre village had a total population of 401 people, including 210 males and 191 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.76%, with male literacy at 76.51% and female literacy at 68.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 387.
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 | 401 | 210 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 200 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 127 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 83 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Samanda Megapgre
Samanda Megapgre 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 Samanda Megapgre
Samanda Megapgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Samanda Megapgre is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samanda Megapgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samanda Megapgre 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 Samanda Megapgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samanda Megapgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samanda Megapgre
Where is Samanda Megapgre located?
Samanda Megapgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Samanda Megapgre?
The pincode of Samanda Megapgre is 794111.
What is the population of Samanda Megapgre?
Samanda Megapgre had a total population of 401, including 210 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Samanda Megapgre?
Samanda Megapgre had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samanda Megapgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samanda Megapgre was 72.76%. Male literacy was 76.51% and female literacy was 68.49%.