Garagre - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Garagre is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garagre is 273902. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garagre
According to the 2011 Census, Garagre village had a total population of 525 people, including 241 males and 284 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.42%, with male literacy at 72.78% and female literacy at 61.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 518.
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 | 525 | 241 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 237 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 131 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 110 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Garagre
Garagre 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 Garagre
Garagre 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Garagre is about 85 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 Garagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garagre 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 Garagre
Where is Garagre located?
Garagre village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Garagre?
The pincode of Garagre is 794115.
What is the population of Garagre?
Garagre had a total population of 525, including 241 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Garagre?
Garagre had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garagre was 66.42%. Male literacy was 72.78% and female literacy was 61.40%.