Balsatgre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Balsatgre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsatgre is 273161. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Balsatgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balsatgre
According to the 2011 Census, Balsatgre village had a total population of 390 people, including 193 males and 197 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.50%, with male literacy at 66.03% and female literacy at 33.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 380.
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 | 390 | 193 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 37 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 191 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 103 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 90 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Balsatgre
Balsatgre 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 Balsatgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balsatgre.
| 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 Balsatgre is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balsatgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsatgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balsatgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsatgre 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 Balsatgre
Where is Balsatgre located?
Balsatgre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balsatgre?
The pincode of Balsatgre is 794003.
What is the population of Balsatgre?
Balsatgre had a total population of 390, including 193 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Balsatgre?
Balsatgre had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balsatgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsatgre was 50.50%. Male literacy was 66.03% and female literacy was 33.57%.