Tapragre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Tapragre 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 21 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapragre is 273475. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapragre
According to the 2011 Census, Tapragre village had a total population of 526 people, including 260 males and 266 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.22%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 89.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 485.
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 | 526 | 260 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 242 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 201 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 59 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Tapragre
Tapragre 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 Tapragre
Tapragre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Tapragre is about 21 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 Tapragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapragre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tapragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapragre 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tapragre
Where is Tapragre located?
Tapragre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tapragre?
The pincode of Tapragre is 794002.
What is the population of Tapragre?
Tapragre had a total population of 526, including 260 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Tapragre?
Tapragre had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapragre was 91.22%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 89.47%.