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.
Garagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garagre
As per Census 2011, Garagre village has a total population of 525 people, consisting of 241 males and 284 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 525 | 241 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| 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 has a total population of 525, including 241 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Garagre?
There are 96 households in Garagre.
What is the literacy rate in Garagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garagre is 51.62%. Male literacy is 54.36% and female literacy is 49.30%.