Gandhigre - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Gandhigre is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhigre is 276268. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
Population of Gandhigre
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhigre village had a total population of 145 people, including 78 males and 67 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.20%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 82.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 17 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhigre
Gandhigre 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 Gandhigre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gandhigre.
| 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 Gandhigre 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 Gandhigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhigre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gandhigre
Where is Gandhigre located?
Gandhigre village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gandhigre?
The pincode of Gandhigre is 794114.
What is the population of Gandhigre?
Gandhigre had a total population of 145, including 78 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Gandhigre?
Gandhigre had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhigre was 87.20%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 82.76%.