Galabalgre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Galabalgre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galabalgre is 274053. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Galabalgre 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 Galabalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Galabalgre village had a total population of 70 people, including 38 males and 32 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.52%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Galabalgre
Galabalgre 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 Galabalgre
Public transport in the Galabalgre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Galabalgre is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galabalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galabalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Galabalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galabalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galabalgre
Where is Galabalgre located?
Galabalgre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Galabalgre?
The pincode of Galabalgre is 794005.
What is the population of Galabalgre?
Galabalgre had a total population of 70, including 38 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Galabalgre?
Galabalgre had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galabalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galabalgre was 68.52%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 50.00%.