Megapgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Megapgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megapgre is 273473. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Megapgre 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 Megapgre
According to the 2011 Census, Megapgre village had a total population of 448 people, including 229 males and 219 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.67%, with male literacy at 79.37% and female literacy at 77.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 440.
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 | 448 | 229 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 224 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 150 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 79 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Megapgre
Megapgre 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 Megapgre
Megapgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Megapgre is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megapgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megapgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Megapgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megapgre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megapgre
Where is Megapgre located?
Megapgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Megapgre?
The pincode of Megapgre is 794002.
What is the population of Megapgre?
Megapgre had a total population of 448, including 229 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Megapgre?
Megapgre had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megapgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megapgre was 78.67%. Male literacy was 79.37% and female literacy was 77.91%.