Balamagre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Balamagre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balamagre is 274068. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Balamagre 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 Balamagre
According to the 2011 Census, Balamagre village had a total population of 234 people, including 119 males and 115 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.90%, with male literacy at 58.82% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 233.
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 | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 59 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Balamagre
Balamagre 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 Balamagre
Balamagre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Balamagre is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balamagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balamagre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balamagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balamagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balamagre
Where is Balamagre located?
Balamagre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balamagre?
The pincode of Balamagre is 794005.
What is the population of Balamagre?
Balamagre had a total population of 234, including 119 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Balamagre?
Balamagre had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balamagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balamagre was 59.90%. Male literacy was 58.82% and female literacy was 61.11%.