Nawalgre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Nawalgre 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 5 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawalgre is 274055. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Nawalgre 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 Nawalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Nawalgre village had a total population of 289 people, including 146 males and 143 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.26%, with male literacy at 90.55% and female literacy at 85.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 289 | 146 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 143 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 31 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Nawalgre
Nawalgre 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 Nawalgre
Public transport in the Nawalgre 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 Nawalgre is about 5 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 Nawalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawalgre 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawalgre 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawalgre
Where is Nawalgre located?
Nawalgre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nawalgre?
The pincode of Nawalgre is 794005.
What is the population of Nawalgre?
Nawalgre had a total population of 289, including 146 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Nawalgre?
Nawalgre had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawalgre was 88.26%. Male literacy was 90.55% and female literacy was 85.83%.