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
According to the 2011 Census, Megua Abagiri village had a total population of 376 people, including 190 males and 186 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.31%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 69.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 368.
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 | 376 | 190 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 376, including 190 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Megua Abagiri?
Megua Abagiri had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megua Abagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megua Abagiri was 74.31%. Male literacy was 79.17% and female literacy was 69.44%.