Agalgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Agalgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agalgre is 273558. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Agalgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Agalgre village had a total population of 259 people, including 141 males and 118 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.35%, with male literacy at 82.20% and female literacy at 67.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 259 | 141 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 136 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 97 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Agalgre
Agalgre 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 Agalgre
Public transport in the Agalgre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Agalgre.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Agalgre is about 28 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 Agalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agalgre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Agalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agalgre
Where is Agalgre located?
Agalgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Agalgre?
The pincode of Agalgre is 794002.
What is the population of Agalgre?
Agalgre had a total population of 259, including 141 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Agalgre?
Agalgre had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agalgre was 75.35%. Male literacy was 82.20% and female literacy was 67.01%.