Sandagre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Sandagre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandagre is 274175. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandagre
According to the 2011 Census, Sandagre village had a total population of 493 people, including 244 males and 249 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.36%, with male literacy at 69.89% and female literacy at 51.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 473.
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 | 493 | 244 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 235 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 130 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 114 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Sandagre
Sandagre 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 Sandagre
Sandagre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Sandagre is about 34 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 Sandagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandagre 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 Sandagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandagre 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 Sandagre
Where is Sandagre located?
Sandagre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sandagre?
The pincode of Sandagre is 794005.
What is the population of Sandagre?
Sandagre had a total population of 493, including 244 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Sandagre?
Sandagre had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandagre was 60.36%. Male literacy was 69.89% and female literacy was 51.50%.