Megapgre - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Megapgre is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from Zikzak and around 73 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megapgre is 273920. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Megapgre 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 Megapgre
As per Census 2011, Megapgre village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 154 males and 170 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megapgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 154 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 153 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 126 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 28 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Megapgre
Megapgre 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 Megapgre
Megapgre 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 Megapgre is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megapgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megapgre 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 Megapgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megapgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megapgre
Where is Megapgre located?
Megapgre village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Megapgre?
The pincode of Megapgre is 794115.
What is the population of Megapgre?
Megapgre has a total population of 324, including 154 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Megapgre?
There are 50 households in Megapgre.
What is the literacy rate in Megapgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megapgre is 80.86%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 80.00%.