Madragre - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Madragre is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from Dalu and around 70 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madragre is 274230. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Madragre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madragre
According to the 2011 Census, Madragre village had a total population of 312 people, including 151 males and 161 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.33%, with male literacy at 81.36% and female literacy at 64.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.
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 | 312 | 151 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 147 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 55 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Madragre
Madragre 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 Madragre
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Madragre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Madragre is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madragre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madragre 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madragre
Where is Madragre located?
Madragre village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Madragre?
The pincode of Madragre is 794103.
What is the population of Madragre?
Madragre had a total population of 312, including 151 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Madragre?
Madragre had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madragre was 72.33%. Male literacy was 81.36% and female literacy was 64.44%.