Asigiri - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Asigiri is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asigiri is 273519. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Asigiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asigiri
As per Census 2011, Asigiri village has a total population of 194 people, consisting of 105 males and 89 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asigiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 194 | 105 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 94 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 61 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Asigiri
Asigiri 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 Asigiri
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Asigiri.
| 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 Asigiri is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asigiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asigiri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Asigiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asigiri 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 Asigiri
Where is Asigiri located?
Asigiri village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Asigiri?
The pincode of Asigiri is 794002.
What is the population of Asigiri?
Asigiri has a total population of 194, including 105 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Asigiri?
There are 33 households in Asigiri.
What is the literacy rate in Asigiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asigiri is 38.66%. Male literacy is 41.90% and female literacy is 34.83%.