Agalgre - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Agalgre is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from Betasing and around 45 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agalgre is 273808. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Agalgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agalgre
As per Census 2011, Agalgre village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 270 males and 339 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,255 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agalgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 270 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 53 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 583 | 259 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 187 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 83 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Agalgre
Agalgre 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 Agalgre
Agalgre 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Agalgre is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Agalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agalgre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agalgre
Where is Agalgre located?
Agalgre village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Agalgre?
The pincode of Agalgre is 794115.
What is the population of Agalgre?
Agalgre has a total population of 609, including 270 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Agalgre?
There are 100 households in Agalgre.
What is the literacy rate in Agalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agalgre is 63.38%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 58.70%.