Papa Asakgre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Papa Asakgre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 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 Papa Asakgre is 275707. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Papa Asakgre 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 Papa Asakgre
As per Census 2011, Papa Asakgre village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 100 males and 92 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papa Asakgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 100 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 88 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 49 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Papa Asakgre
Papa Asakgre 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 Papa Asakgre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Papa Asakgre.
| 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 Papa Asakgre 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 Papa Asakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papa Asakgre 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Papa Asakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papa Asakgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papa Asakgre
Where is Papa Asakgre located?
Papa Asakgre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Papa Asakgre?
The pincode of Papa Asakgre is 794005.
What is the population of Papa Asakgre?
Papa Asakgre has a total population of 192, including 100 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Papa Asakgre?
There are 29 households in Papa Asakgre.
What is the literacy rate in Papa Asakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papa Asakgre is 50.52%. Male literacy is 51.00% and female literacy is 50.00%.