Jalegre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Jalegre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 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 Jalegre is 275636. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Jalegre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalegre
As per Census 2011, Jalegre village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 113 males and 105 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalegre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 113 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 34 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Jalegre
Jalegre 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 Jalegre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jalegre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jalegre 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 Jalegre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalegre 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 Jalegre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalegre 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 Jalegre
Where is Jalegre located?
Jalegre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jalegre?
The pincode of Jalegre is 794005.
What is the population of Jalegre?
Jalegre has a total population of 218, including 113 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Jalegre?
There are 39 households in Jalegre.
What is the literacy rate in Jalegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalegre is 66.51%. Male literacy is 69.91% and female literacy is 62.86%.