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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babagre
According to the 2011 Census, Babagre village had a total population of 130 people, including 57 males and 73 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.09%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 79.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 130 | 57 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 130, including 57 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Babagre?
Babagre had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babagre was 89.09%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 79.31%.