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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilgre
According to the 2011 Census, Bilgre village had a total population of 243 people, including 126 males and 117 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.20%, with male literacy at 96.23% and female literacy at 83.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 243, including 126 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Bilgre?
Bilgre had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilgre was 90.20%. Male literacy was 96.23% and female literacy was 83.67%.