Gagagre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Gagagre 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 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagagre is 275733. 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 Gagagre
According to the 2011 Census, Gagagre village had a total population of 65 people, including 34 males and 31 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 10 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Gagagre
Gagagre 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 Gagagre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gagagre.
| 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 Gagagre is about 63 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 Gagagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gagagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagagre 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gagagre
Where is Gagagre located?
Gagagre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gagagre?
The pincode of Gagagre is 794005.
What is the population of Gagagre?
Gagagre had a total population of 65, including 34 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Gagagre?
Gagagre had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagagre was 81.48%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 80.00%.