Asiragre - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Asiragre is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asiragre is 274388. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asiragre
According to the 2011 Census, Asiragre village had a total population of 385 people, including 181 males and 204 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.98%, with male literacy at 76.16% and female literacy at 72.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 369.
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 | 385 | 181 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 175 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 115 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 66 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Asiragre
Asiragre 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 Asiragre
Public transport in the Asiragre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Asiragre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Asiragre is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asiragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asiragre 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 Asiragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asiragre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asiragre
Where is Asiragre located?
Asiragre village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Asiragre?
The pincode of Asiragre is 794103.
What is the population of Asiragre?
Asiragre had a total population of 385, including 181 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Asiragre?
Asiragre had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asiragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asiragre was 73.98%. Male literacy was 76.16% and female literacy was 72.02%.