Galwanggri B - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Galwanggri B is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galwanggri B is 274179. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Galwanggri B 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 Galwanggri B
According to the 2011 Census, Galwanggri B village had a total population of 79 people, including 39 males and 40 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.45%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 45.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 18 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Galwanggri B
Galwanggri B 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 Galwanggri B
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Galwanggri B.
| 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 Galwanggri B is about 26 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 Galwanggri B
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwanggri B 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 Galwanggri B
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwanggri B 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 Galwanggri B
Where is Galwanggri B located?
Galwanggri B village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Galwanggri B?
The pincode of Galwanggri B is 794002.
What is the population of Galwanggri B?
Galwanggri B had a total population of 79, including 39 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Galwanggri B?
Galwanggri B had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwanggri B?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwanggri B was 56.45%. Male literacy was 67.74% and female literacy was 45.16%.