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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalegre
According to the 2011 Census, Jalegre village had a total population of 218 people, including 113 males and 105 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.80%, with male literacy at 88.76% and female literacy at 80.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 218 | 113 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 218, including 113 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Jalegre?
Jalegre had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalegre was 84.80%. Male literacy was 88.76% and female literacy was 80.49%.