Sampalgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Sampalgre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 1 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sampalgre is 275471. 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 Sampalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Sampalgre village had a total population of 723 people, including 346 males and 377 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.56%, with male literacy at 90.68% and female literacy at 88.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 717.
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 | 723 | 346 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 717 | 344 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 253 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 93 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Sampalgre
Sampalgre 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 Sampalgre
Sampalgre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sampalgre is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sampalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sampalgre 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 Sampalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sampalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sampalgre
Where is Sampalgre located?
Sampalgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sampalgre?
The pincode of Sampalgre is 794111.
What is the population of Sampalgre?
Sampalgre had a total population of 723, including 346 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Sampalgre?
Sampalgre had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sampalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sampalgre was 89.56%. Male literacy was 90.68% and female literacy was 88.57%.