Bugigre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Bugigre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bugigre is 275557. 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 Bugigre
According to the 2011 Census, Bugigre village had a total population of 145 people, including 69 males and 76 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.37%, with male literacy at 53.57% and female literacy at 41.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 39 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bugigre
Bugigre 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 Bugigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bugigre.
| 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 Bugigre is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bugigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bugigre 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 Bugigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bugigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bugigre
Where is Bugigre located?
Bugigre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bugigre?
The pincode of Bugigre is 794005.
What is the population of Bugigre?
Bugigre had a total population of 145, including 69 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Bugigre?
Bugigre had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bugigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bugigre was 47.37%. Male literacy was 53.57% and female literacy was 41.38%.