Gongganggre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Gongganggre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gongganggre is 274052. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Gongganggre 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 Gongganggre
According to the 2011 Census, Gongganggre village had a total population of 80 people, including 45 males and 35 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.18%, with male literacy at 59.38% and female literacy at 37.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Gongganggre
Gongganggre 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 Gongganggre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gongganggre.
| 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 Gongganggre is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gongganggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gongganggre 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 Gongganggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gongganggre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gongganggre
Where is Gongganggre located?
Gongganggre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gongganggre?
The pincode of Gongganggre is 794005.
What is the population of Gongganggre?
Gongganggre had a total population of 80, including 45 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Gongganggre?
Gongganggre had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gongganggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gongganggre was 49.18%. Male literacy was 59.38% and female literacy was 37.93%.