Agalgre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Agalgre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agalgre is 275762. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Agalgre village had a total population of 115 people, including 59 males and 56 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.94%, with male literacy at 57.78% and female literacy at 47.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Agalgre
Agalgre 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 Agalgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Agalgre.
| 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 Agalgre is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agalgre 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 Agalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agalgre
Where is Agalgre located?
Agalgre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Agalgre?
The pincode of Agalgre is 794115.
What is the population of Agalgre?
Agalgre had a total population of 115, including 59 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Agalgre?
Agalgre had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agalgre was 52.94%. Male literacy was 57.78% and female literacy was 47.50%.