Goragre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Goragre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from Gambegre and around 34 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goragre is 274141. 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 Goragre
According to the 2011 Census, Goragre village had a total population of 236 people, including 132 males and 104 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.23%, with male literacy at 87.61% and female literacy at 69.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
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 | 236 | 132 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 116 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 99 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 33 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Goragre
Goragre 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 Goragre
Goragre 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 Goragre is about 34 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 Goragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goragre 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Goragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goragre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Goragre
Where is Goragre located?
Goragre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Goragre?
The pincode of Goragre is 794105.
What is the population of Goragre?
Goragre had a total population of 236, including 132 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Goragre?
Goragre had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goragre was 79.23%. Male literacy was 87.61% and female literacy was 69.15%.