Ballonggre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Ballonggre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from Betasing and around 8 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballonggre is 273792. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballonggre
According to the 2011 Census, Ballonggre village had a total population of 228 people, including 111 males and 117 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.47%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
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 | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 16 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 99 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 83 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 28 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Ballonggre
Ballonggre 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 Ballonggre
Ballonggre 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 Ballonggre is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballonggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballonggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ballonggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballonggre 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 Ballonggre
Where is Ballonggre located?
Ballonggre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ballonggre?
The pincode of Ballonggre is 794105.
What is the population of Ballonggre?
Ballonggre had a total population of 228, including 111 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Ballonggre?
Ballonggre had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ballonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballonggre was 77.47%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 66.67%.