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
According to the 2011 Census, Galwanggre village had a total population of 366 people, including 190 males and 176 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.82%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 65.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 355.
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 | 366 | 190 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 366, including 190 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Galwanggre?
Galwanggre had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galwanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galwanggre was 73.82%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 65.19%.