Aigarh - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Aigarh is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aigarh is 272882. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Aigarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajabala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aigarh
According to the 2011 Census, Aigarh village had a total population of 226 people, including 115 males and 111 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.87%, with male literacy at 83.17% and female literacy at 66.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 223.
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 | 226 | 115 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 114 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 31 | 46 |
Transport and Connectivity of Aigarh
Public transport in the Aigarh 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 Aigarh is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aigarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aigarh 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 Aigarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aigarh 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 Aigarh
Where is Aigarh located?
Aigarh village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Aigarh?
The pincode of Aigarh is 794105.
What is the population of Aigarh?
Aigarh had a total population of 226, including 115 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Aigarh?
Aigarh had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aigarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aigarh was 74.87%. Male literacy was 83.17% and female literacy was 66.33%.