Megonggre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Megonggre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megonggre is 273219. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Megonggre 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 Megonggre
As per Census 2011, Megonggre village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 218 males and 212 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megonggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 218 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 217 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 123 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 95 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Megonggre
Megonggre 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 Megonggre
Megonggre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Megonggre.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Megonggre is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megonggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megonggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Megonggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megonggre 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 Megonggre
Where is Megonggre located?
Megonggre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Megonggre?
The pincode of Megonggre is 794003.
What is the population of Megonggre?
Megonggre has a total population of 430, including 218 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Megonggre?
There are 84 households in Megonggre.
What is the literacy rate in Megonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megonggre is 45.81%. Male literacy is 56.42% and female literacy is 34.91%.