Samkagre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Samkagre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 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 Samkagre is 275803. 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 Samkagre
According to the 2011 Census, Samkagre village had a total population of 92 people, including 50 males and 42 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.70%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Samkagre
Samkagre 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 Samkagre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Samkagre.
| 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 Samkagre 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 Samkagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samkagre 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 Samkagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samkagre 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 Samkagre
Where is Samkagre located?
Samkagre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Samkagre?
The pincode of Samkagre is 794005.
What is the population of Samkagre?
Samkagre had a total population of 92, including 50 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Samkagre?
Samkagre had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samkagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samkagre was 59.70%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 59.38%.