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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awegre
According to the 2011 Census, Awegre village had a total population of 80 people, including 38 males and 42 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 80, including 38 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Awegre?
Awegre had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awegre was 76.47%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 70.27%.