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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barikgre
According to the 2011 Census, Barikgre village had a total population of 515 people, including 274 males and 241 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.38%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 24.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 501.
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 | 515 | 274 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 66 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 515, including 274 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Barikgre?
Barikgre had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barikgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barikgre was 34.38%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 24.88%.