Bolgakgre - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Bolgakgre is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolgakgre is 273917. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolgakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Bolgakgre village had a total population of 569 people, including 298 males and 271 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.33%, with male literacy at 77.59% and female literacy at 64.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 560.
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 | 569 | 298 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 560 | 296 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 180 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 118 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Bolgakgre
Bolgakgre 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 Bolgakgre
Bolgakgre 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 Tura to Bolgakgre 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 Bolgakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolgakgre 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 Bolgakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolgakgre 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bolgakgre
Where is Bolgakgre located?
Bolgakgre village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bolgakgre?
The pincode of Bolgakgre is 794001.
What is the population of Bolgakgre?
Bolgakgre had a total population of 569, including 298 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Bolgakgre?
Bolgakgre had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bolgakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolgakgre was 71.33%. Male literacy was 77.59% and female literacy was 64.68%.