Bandanggre - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Bandanggre is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 37 km from Dadenggiri and around 67 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandanggre is 273110. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Bandanggre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandanggre
According to the 2011 Census, Bandanggre village had a total population of 279 people, including 141 males and 138 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.63%, with male literacy at 54.00% and female literacy at 33.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 87 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Bandanggre
Bandanggre 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 Bandanggre
Public transport in the Bandanggre 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 Bandanggre is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandanggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandanggre 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 Bandanggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandanggre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandanggre
Where is Bandanggre located?
Bandanggre village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bandanggre?
The pincode of Bandanggre is 794104.
What is the population of Bandanggre?
Bandanggre had a total population of 279, including 141 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Bandanggre?
Bandanggre had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandanggre was 43.63%. Male literacy was 54.00% and female literacy was 33.65%.