Megua Abagiri - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Megua Abagiri is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megua Abagiri is 275831. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Megua Abagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megua Abagiri
As per Census 2011, Megua Abagiri village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 190 males and 186 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megua Abagiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 190 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 187 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 76 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Megua Abagiri
Megua Abagiri 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 Megua Abagiri
Megua Abagiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Megua Abagiri is about 63 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 Megua Abagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megua Abagiri 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 Megua Abagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megua Abagiri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megua Abagiri
Where is Megua Abagiri located?
Megua Abagiri village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Megua Abagiri?
The pincode of Megua Abagiri is 794103.
What is the population of Megua Abagiri?
Megua Abagiri has a total population of 376, including 190 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Megua Abagiri?
There are 70 households in Megua Abagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Megua Abagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megua Abagiri is 56.91%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 53.76%.