Gandragre - Baghmara, South Garo Hills
Gandragre is a village situated in the Baghmara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandragre is 276156. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandragre
According to the 2011 Census, Gandragre village had a total population of 101 people, including 56 males and 45 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 81.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 101 | 56 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Gandragre
Gandragre 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 Gandragre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gandragre.
| 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 Baghmara to Gandragre 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 Gandragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandragre 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 Gandragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandragre 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 Gandragre
Where is Gandragre located?
Gandragre village is located in Baghmara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gandragre?
The pincode of Gandragre is 794102.
What is the population of Gandragre?
Gandragre had a total population of 101, including 56 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Gandragre?
Gandragre had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandragre was 88.89%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 81.08%.