Asakgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Asakgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asakgre is 273490. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Asakgre 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 Asakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Asakgre village had a total population of 100 people, including 54 males and 46 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.72%, with male literacy at 52.38% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 32 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Asakgre
Asakgre 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 Asakgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Asakgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Asakgre is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asakgre 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 Asakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asakgre 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 Asakgre
Where is Asakgre located?
Asakgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Asakgre?
The pincode of Asakgre is 794002.
What is the population of Asakgre?
Asakgre had a total population of 100, including 54 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Asakgre?
Asakgre had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asakgre was 48.72%. Male literacy was 52.38% and female literacy was 44.44%.