Sawegre - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Sawegre is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawegre is 275291. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawegre
According to the 2011 Census, Sawegre village had a total population of 227 people, including 112 males and 115 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.41%, with male literacy at 85.56% and female literacy at 85.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 218.
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 | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 107 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 35 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sawegre
Sawegre 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 Sawegre
Public transport in the Sawegre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Sawegre is about 22 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 Sawegre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawegre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawegre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawegre 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawegre
Where is Sawegre located?
Sawegre village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sawegre?
The pincode of Sawegre is 794111.
What is the population of Sawegre?
Sawegre had a total population of 227, including 112 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Sawegre?
Sawegre had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawegre was 85.41%. Male literacy was 85.56% and female literacy was 85.26%.