Tewaligre - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Tewaligre is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tewaligre is 273872. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Tewaligre 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 Tewaligre
As per Census 2011, Tewaligre village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 135 males and 142 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tewaligre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 134 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 61 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Tewaligre
Tewaligre 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 Tewaligre
Tewaligre 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 Tewaligre 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 Tewaligre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tewaligre 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tewaligre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tewaligre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tewaligre
Where is Tewaligre located?
Tewaligre village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tewaligre?
The pincode of Tewaligre is 794115.
What is the population of Tewaligre?
Tewaligre has a total population of 277, including 135 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Tewaligre?
There are 54 households in Tewaligre.
What is the literacy rate in Tewaligre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tewaligre is 50.18%. Male literacy is 54.81% and female literacy is 45.77%.