Makagre - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Makagre is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from Selsella and around 70 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makagre is 272886. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rajabala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makagre
According to the 2011 Census, Makagre village had a total population of 174 people, including 77 males and 97 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,260 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.58%, with male literacy at 65.57% and female literacy at 56.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 174 | 77 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 76 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 37 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Makagre
Makagre 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 Makagre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Makagre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Makagre is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Makagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makagre 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Makagre
Where is Makagre located?
Makagre village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Makagre?
The pincode of Makagre is 794104.
What is the population of Makagre?
Makagre had a total population of 174, including 77 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Makagre?
Makagre had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makagre was 60.58%. Male literacy was 65.57% and female literacy was 56.58%.