Piljigre - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Piljigre is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piljigre is 274316. 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 Piljigre
According to the 2011 Census, Piljigre village had a total population of 69 people, including 33 males and 36 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 65.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Piljigre
Piljigre 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 Piljigre
Public transport in the Piljigre 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 Piljigre is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piljigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piljigre 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 Piljigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piljigre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piljigre
Where is Piljigre located?
Piljigre village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Piljigre?
The pincode of Piljigre is 794103.
What is the population of Piljigre?
Piljigre had a total population of 69, including 33 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Piljigre?
Piljigre had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piljigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piljigre was 73.33%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 65.63%.