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
As per Census 2011, Galwanggre village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 112 males and 115 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galwanggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 227, including 112 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Galwanggre?
There are 44 households in Galwanggre.
What is the literacy rate in Galwanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwanggre is 25.99%. Male literacy is 33.04% and female literacy is 19.13%.