Gaturagre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Gaturagre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaturagre is 275767. 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 Gaturagre
According to the 2011 Census, Gaturagre village had a total population of 116 people, including 55 males and 61 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.38%, with male literacy at 43.14% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 33 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Gaturagre
Gaturagre 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 Gaturagre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gaturagre.
| 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 Gaturagre is about 64 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 Gaturagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaturagre 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 Gaturagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaturagre 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 Gaturagre
Where is Gaturagre located?
Gaturagre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gaturagre?
The pincode of Gaturagre is 794005.
What is the population of Gaturagre?
Gaturagre had a total population of 116, including 55 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Gaturagre?
Gaturagre had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaturagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaturagre was 32.38%. Male literacy was 43.14% and female literacy was 22.22%.