Murigre - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Murigre is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murigre is 274288. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murigre
According to the 2011 Census, Murigre village had a total population of 279 people, including 141 males and 138 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.70%, with male literacy at 54.63% and female literacy at 46.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 136 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 82 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Murigre
Murigre 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 Murigre
Murigre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Murigre is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murigre 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murigre
Where is Murigre located?
Murigre village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Murigre?
The pincode of Murigre is 794103.
What is the population of Murigre?
Murigre had a total population of 279, including 141 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Murigre?
Murigre had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murigre was 50.70%. Male literacy was 54.63% and female literacy was 46.73%.