Bilgre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Bilgre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilgre is 275713. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Bilgre 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 Bilgre
As per Census 2011, Bilgre village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 126 males and 117 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 102 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 24 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bilgre
Bilgre 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 Bilgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bilgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bilgre is about 65 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 Bilgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilgre 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 Bilgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilgre 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 Bilgre
Where is Bilgre located?
Bilgre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bilgre?
The pincode of Bilgre is 794005.
What is the population of Bilgre?
Bilgre has a total population of 243, including 126 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Bilgre?
There are 41 households in Bilgre.
What is the literacy rate in Bilgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilgre is 75.72%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 70.09%.