Bakatagre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Bakatagre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 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 Bakatagre is 275732. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Population of Bakatagre
According to the 2011 Census, Bakatagre village had a total population of 103 people, including 55 males and 48 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 79.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bakatagre
Bakatagre 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 Bakatagre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bakatagre.
| 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 Bakatagre 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 Bakatagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakatagre 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 Bakatagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakatagre 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 Bakatagre
Where is Bakatagre located?
Bakatagre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bakatagre?
The pincode of Bakatagre is 794005.
What is the population of Bakatagre?
Bakatagre had a total population of 103, including 55 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Bakatagre?
Bakatagre had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakatagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakatagre was 80.00%. Male literacy was 80.43% and female literacy was 79.49%.