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.
Sawegre 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 Sawegre
As per Census 2011, Sawegre village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 112 males and 115 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawegre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 227, including 112 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Sawegre?
There are 40 households in Sawegre.
What is the literacy rate in Sawegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawegre is 69.60%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 70.43%.