Galwanggre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Galwanggre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 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 Galwanggre is 273528. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Galwanggre 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 Galwanggre
As per Census 2011, Galwanggre village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 190 males and 176 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galwanggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 190 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 184 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 115 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 75 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Galwanggre
Galwanggre 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 Galwanggre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Galwanggre.
| 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 Galwanggre 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 Galwanggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galwanggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Galwanggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galwanggre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galwanggre
Where is Galwanggre located?
Galwanggre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Galwanggre?
The pincode of Galwanggre is 794002.
What is the population of Galwanggre?
Galwanggre has a total population of 366, including 190 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Galwanggre?
There are 72 households in Galwanggre.
What is the literacy rate in Galwanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwanggre is 55.46%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 50.00%.