Awalgre - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Awalgre is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 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 Awalgre is 274385. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Awalgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awalgre
As per Census 2011, Awalgre village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 48 males and 56 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awalgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Awalgre
Awalgre 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 Awalgre
Public transport in the Awalgre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Awalgre 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 Awalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awalgre 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 Awalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awalgre
Where is Awalgre located?
Awalgre village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Awalgre?
The pincode of Awalgre is 794103.
What is the population of Awalgre?
Awalgre has a total population of 104, including 48 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Awalgre?
There are 20 households in Awalgre.
What is the literacy rate in Awalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalgre is 33.65%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 33.93%.