Balsiragre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Balsiragre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsiragre is 275766. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Balsiragre 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 Balsiragre
As per Census 2011, Balsiragre village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 42 males and 37 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balsiragre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 27 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Balsiragre
Balsiragre 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 Balsiragre
Balsiragre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balsiragre is about 64 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 Balsiragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsiragre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balsiragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsiragre 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 Balsiragre
Where is Balsiragre located?
Balsiragre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balsiragre?
The pincode of Balsiragre is 794005.
What is the population of Balsiragre?
Balsiragre has a total population of 79, including 42 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Balsiragre?
There are 11 households in Balsiragre.
What is the literacy rate in Balsiragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsiragre is 34.18%. Male literacy is 35.71% and female literacy is 32.43%.