Babagre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Babagre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babagre is 274174. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Babagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babagre
As per Census 2011, Babagre village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 57 males and 73 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,280 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 57 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 57 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 5 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Babagre
Babagre 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 Babagre
Public transport in the Babagre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Babagre is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babagre 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 Babagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babagre 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 Babagre
Where is Babagre located?
Babagre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Babagre?
The pincode of Babagre is 794005.
What is the population of Babagre?
Babagre has a total population of 130, including 57 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Babagre?
There are 18 households in Babagre.
What is the literacy rate in Babagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babagre is 75.38%. Male literacy is 91.23% and female literacy is 63.01%.