Sakalgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Sakalgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakalgre is 273580. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Sakalgre 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 Sakalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Sakalgre village had a total population of 100 people, including 44 males and 56 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.50%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Sakalgre
Sakalgre 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 Sakalgre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sakalgre. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sakalgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Sakalgre is about 35 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 Sakalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakalgre
Where is Sakalgre located?
Sakalgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sakalgre?
The pincode of Sakalgre is 794002.
What is the population of Sakalgre?
Sakalgre had a total population of 100, including 44 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sakalgre?
Sakalgre had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakalgre was 67.50%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 63.64%.