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
As per Census 2011, Agalgre village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 141 males and 118 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agalgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 141 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 259, including 141 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Agalgre?
There are 54 households in Agalgre.
What is the literacy rate in Agalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agalgre is 62.55%. Male literacy is 68.79% and female literacy is 55.08%.