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.
Bolchugre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolchugre
As per Census 2011, Bolchugre village has a total population of 262 people, consisting of 129 males and 133 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bolchugre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| 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 has a total population of 262, including 129 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Bolchugre?
There are 50 households in Bolchugre.
What is the literacy rate in Bolchugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolchugre is 55.73%. Male literacy is 61.24% and female literacy is 50.38%.