Galwanggre - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Galwanggre is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Dadenggiri and around 73 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwanggre is 273176. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Galwanggre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galwanggre
According to the 2011 Census, Galwanggre village had a total population of 227 people, including 112 males and 115 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.38%, with male literacy at 39.78% and female literacy at 23.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 227.
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 | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 75 | 93 |
Transport and Connectivity of Galwanggre
Public transport in the Galwanggre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Galwanggre is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galwanggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwanggre 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 Galwanggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwanggre 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 Galwanggre
Where is Galwanggre located?
Galwanggre village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Galwanggre?
The pincode of Galwanggre is 794104.
What is the population of Galwanggre?
Galwanggre had a total population of 227, including 112 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Galwanggre?
Galwanggre had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwanggre was 31.38%. Male literacy was 39.78% and female literacy was 23.16%.