Golagre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Golagre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from Betasing and around 39 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golagre is 273652. 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 Golagre
According to the 2011 Census, Golagre village had a total population of 270 people, including 142 males and 128 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.14%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 62.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 270.
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 | 270 | 142 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 142 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 60 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Golagre
Golagre 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 Golagre
Golagre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Golagre is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Golagre
Where is Golagre located?
Golagre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Golagre?
The pincode of Golagre is 794105.
What is the population of Golagre?
Golagre had a total population of 270, including 142 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Golagre?
Golagre had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golagre was 67.14%. Male literacy was 71.30% and female literacy was 62.24%.