Sawilgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Sawilgre 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 30 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawilgre is 275438. 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 Sawilgre
According to the 2011 Census, Sawilgre village had a total population of 107 people, including 59 males and 48 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.86%, with male literacy at 74.47% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 35 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 24 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sawilgre
Sawilgre 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 Sawilgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sawilgre.
| 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 Sawilgre is about 30 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 Sawilgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawilgre 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 Sawilgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawilgre 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 Sawilgre
Where is Sawilgre located?
Sawilgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sawilgre?
The pincode of Sawilgre is 794111.
What is the population of Sawilgre?
Sawilgre had a total population of 107, including 59 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Sawilgre?
Sawilgre had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawilgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawilgre was 63.86%. Male literacy was 74.47% and female literacy was 50.00%.