Awegre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Awegre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awegre is 275520. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Awegre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awegre
As per Census 2011, Awegre village has a total population of 80 people, consisting of 38 males and 42 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awegre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Awegre
Awegre 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 Awegre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Awegre.
| 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 Awegre is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awegre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awegre 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 Awegre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awegre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awegre
Where is Awegre located?
Awegre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Awegre?
The pincode of Awegre is 794005.
What is the population of Awegre?
Awegre has a total population of 80, including 38 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Awegre?
There are 15 households in Awegre.
What is the literacy rate in Awegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awegre is 65.00%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 61.90%.