Abagre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Abagre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abagre is 273035. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abagre
According to the 2011 Census, Abagre village had a total population of 135 people, including 69 males and 66 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 39.66% and female literacy at 26.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 46 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Abagre
Abagre 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 Abagre
Public transport in the Abagre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Abagre is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Abagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Abagre
Where is Abagre located?
Abagre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Abagre?
The pincode of Abagre is 794105.
What is the population of Abagre?
Abagre had a total population of 135, including 69 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Abagre?
Abagre had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abagre was 33.33%. Male literacy was 39.66% and female literacy was 26.42%.