Saka Boldamgre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Saka Boldamgre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saka Boldamgre is 274153. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Saka Boldamgre 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 Saka Boldamgre
According to the 2011 Census, Saka Boldamgre village had a total population of 506 people, including 262 males and 244 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.15%, with male literacy at 64.88% and female literacy at 51.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
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 | 506 | 262 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 57 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 248 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 133 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 129 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Saka Boldamgre
Saka Boldamgre 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 Saka Boldamgre
Saka Boldamgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Saka Boldamgre is about 35 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 Saka Boldamgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saka Boldamgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saka Boldamgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saka Boldamgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saka Boldamgre
Where is Saka Boldamgre located?
Saka Boldamgre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Saka Boldamgre?
The pincode of Saka Boldamgre is 794005.
What is the population of Saka Boldamgre?
Saka Boldamgre had a total population of 506, including 262 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Saka Boldamgre?
Saka Boldamgre had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saka Boldamgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saka Boldamgre was 58.15%. Male literacy was 64.88% and female literacy was 51.46%.