Galwanggre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Galwanggre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 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 Galwanggre is 275791. 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 Galwanggre
According to the 2011 Census, Galwanggre village had a total population of 19 people, including 10 males and 9 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.89%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Galwanggre
Galwanggre 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 Galwanggre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Galwanggre.
| 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 Galwanggre 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 Galwanggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwanggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galwanggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwanggre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galwanggre
Where is Galwanggre located?
Galwanggre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Galwanggre?
The pincode of Galwanggre is 794005.
What is the population of Galwanggre?
Galwanggre had a total population of 19, including 10 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Galwanggre?
Galwanggre had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwanggre was 38.89%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 25.00%.