Kalakgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Kalakgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalakgre is 273549. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Kalakgre 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 Kalakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Kalakgre village had a total population of 129 people, including 74 males and 55 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 743 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.12%, with male literacy at 58.62% and female literacy at 32.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 129 | 74 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kalakgre
Kalakgre 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 Kalakgre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kalakgre.
| 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 Kalakgre is about 25 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 Kalakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalakgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalakgre 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 Kalakgre
Where is Kalakgre located?
Kalakgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalakgre?
The pincode of Kalakgre is 794002.
What is the population of Kalakgre?
Kalakgre had a total population of 129, including 74 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Kalakgre?
Kalakgre had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalakgre was 47.12%. Male literacy was 58.62% and female literacy was 32.61%.