Makkragre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Makkragre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makkragre is 273464. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Makkragre 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 Makkragre
According to the 2011 Census, Makkragre village had a total population of 225 people, including 117 males and 108 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.56%, with male literacy at 85.57% and female literacy at 72.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 225 | 117 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 116 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 83 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 34 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Makkragre
Makkragre 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 Makkragre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Makkragre.
| 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 Makkragre is about 47 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 Makkragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makkragre 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Makkragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makkragre 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 Makkragre
Where is Makkragre located?
Makkragre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Makkragre?
The pincode of Makkragre is 794002.
What is the population of Makkragre?
Makkragre had a total population of 225, including 117 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Makkragre?
Makkragre had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makkragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makkragre was 79.56%. Male literacy was 85.57% and female literacy was 72.62%.