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.
Piljigre 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 Piljigre
As per Census 2011, Piljigre village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 33 males and 36 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piljigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 69, including 33 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Piljigre?
There are 14 households in Piljigre.
What is the literacy rate in Piljigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piljigre is 63.77%. Male literacy is 69.70% and female literacy is 58.33%.