Bolchugre - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Bolchugre is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Betasing and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolchugre is 273727. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolchugre
According to the 2011 Census, Bolchugre village had a total population of 262 people, including 129 males and 133 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.28%, with male literacy at 76.70% and female literacy at 67.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 50 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Bolchugre
Bolchugre 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 Bolchugre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bolchugre.
| 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 Bolchugre is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bolchugre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolchugre 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bolchugre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolchugre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bolchugre
Where is Bolchugre located?
Bolchugre village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bolchugre?
The pincode of Bolchugre is 794115.
What is the population of Bolchugre?
Bolchugre had a total population of 262, including 129 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Bolchugre?
Bolchugre had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bolchugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolchugre was 72.28%. Male literacy was 76.70% and female literacy was 67.68%.