Abokgre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Abokgre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abokgre is 273170. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Abokgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abokgre
According to the 2011 Census, Abokgre village had a total population of 320 people, including 171 males and 149 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.67%, with male literacy at 63.85% and female literacy at 39.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 320 | 171 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 169 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 83 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 88 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Abokgre
Abokgre 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 Abokgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Abokgre.
| 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 Abokgre is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abokgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abokgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Abokgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abokgre 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 Abokgre
Where is Abokgre located?
Abokgre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Abokgre?
The pincode of Abokgre is 794003.
What is the population of Abokgre?
Abokgre had a total population of 320, including 171 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Abokgre?
Abokgre had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abokgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abokgre was 52.67%. Male literacy was 63.85% and female literacy was 39.82%.