Nekdalgre - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Nekdalgre is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from Dalu and around 84 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nekdalgre is 274242. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Nekdalgre 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 Nekdalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Nekdalgre village had a total population of 417 people, including 199 males and 218 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.45%, with male literacy at 67.84% and female literacy at 69.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 396.
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 | 417 | 199 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 189 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 116 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 83 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Nekdalgre
Nekdalgre 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 Nekdalgre
Nekdalgre 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 5-10 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 Nekdalgre is about 84 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 Nekdalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nekdalgre 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 Nekdalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nekdalgre 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 Nekdalgre
Where is Nekdalgre located?
Nekdalgre village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nekdalgre?
The pincode of Nekdalgre is 794103.
What is the population of Nekdalgre?
Nekdalgre had a total population of 417, including 199 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Nekdalgre?
Nekdalgre had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nekdalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nekdalgre was 68.45%. Male literacy was 67.84% and female literacy was 69.02%.