Garamgre - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Garamgre is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garamgre is 274302. 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 Garamgre
According to the 2011 Census, Garamgre village had a total population of 177 people, including 95 males and 82 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.12%, with male literacy at 72.37% and female literacy at 52.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 55 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 40 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Garamgre
Garamgre 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 Garamgre
Public transport in the Garamgre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garamgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Garamgre is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garamgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garamgre 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 Garamgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garamgre 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garamgre
Where is Garamgre located?
Garamgre village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Garamgre?
The pincode of Garamgre is 794103.
What is the population of Garamgre?
Garamgre had a total population of 177, including 95 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Garamgre?
Garamgre had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garamgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garamgre was 63.12%. Male literacy was 72.37% and female literacy was 52.31%.