Barikgre - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Barikgre is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barikgre is 275257. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Barikgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barikgre
As per Census 2011, Barikgre village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 274 males and 241 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barikgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 274 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 66 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 501 | 269 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 91 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 183 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Barikgre
Barikgre 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 Barikgre
Barikgre 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 >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 Barikgre is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barikgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barikgre 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 Barikgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barikgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barikgre
Where is Barikgre located?
Barikgre village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Barikgre?
The pincode of Barikgre is 794110.
What is the population of Barikgre?
Barikgre has a total population of 515, including 274 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Barikgre?
There are 103 households in Barikgre.
What is the literacy rate in Barikgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barikgre is 27.57%. Male literacy is 33.21% and female literacy is 21.16%.