Gongganggre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Gongganggre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gongganggre is 275800. 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 Gongganggre
According to the 2011 Census, Gongganggre village had a total population of 522 people, including 274 males and 248 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.98%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 57.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 519.
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 | 522 | 274 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 272 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 155 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 119 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Gongganggre
Gongganggre 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 Gongganggre
Gongganggre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gongganggre is about 68 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 Gongganggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gongganggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gongganggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gongganggre 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 Gongganggre
Where is Gongganggre located?
Gongganggre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gongganggre?
The pincode of Gongganggre is 794005.
What is the population of Gongganggre?
Gongganggre had a total population of 522, including 274 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Gongganggre?
Gongganggre had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gongganggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gongganggre was 64.98%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 57.87%.