Kosigre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Kosigre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosigre is 273230. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Kosigre 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 Kosigre
According to the 2011 Census, Kosigre village had a total population of 142 people, including 69 males and 73 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.35%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 54.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 27 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kosigre
Kosigre 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 Kosigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kosigre.
| 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 Kosigre is about 61 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 Kosigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosigre 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 Kosigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosigre 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 Kosigre
Where is Kosigre located?
Kosigre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kosigre?
The pincode of Kosigre is 794003.
What is the population of Kosigre?
Kosigre had a total population of 142, including 69 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Kosigre?
Kosigre had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kosigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosigre was 64.35%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 54.24%.