Ashugre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Ashugre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashugre is 275683. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashugre
According to the 2011 Census, Ashugre village had a total population of 447 people, including 216 males and 231 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.47%, with male literacy at 86.10% and female literacy at 80.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
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 | 447 | 216 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 29 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 203 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 161 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 55 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Ashugre
Ashugre 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 Ashugre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ashugre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ashugre is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashugre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashugre 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 Ashugre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashugre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashugre
Where is Ashugre located?
Ashugre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ashugre?
The pincode of Ashugre is 794005.
What is the population of Ashugre?
Ashugre had a total population of 447, including 216 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Ashugre?
Ashugre had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashugre was 83.47%. Male literacy was 86.10% and female literacy was 80.85%.