Amguri - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Amguri is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amguri is 273022. 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 Amguri
According to the 2011 Census, Amguri village had a total population of 174 people, including 88 males and 86 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.90%, with male literacy at 92.50% and female literacy at 95.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 14 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Amguri
Amguri 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 Amguri
Amguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Amguri is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amguri 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amguri
Where is Amguri located?
Amguri village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Amguri?
The pincode of Amguri is 794105.
What is the population of Amguri?
Amguri had a total population of 174, including 88 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Amguri?
Amguri had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amguri was 93.90%. Male literacy was 92.50% and female literacy was 95.24%.