Apalgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Apalgre 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Apalgre is 272766. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Apalgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Apalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Apalgre village had a total population of 289 people, including 133 males and 156 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,173 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.30%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 89.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
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 | 289 | 133 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 132 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 100 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 33 | 39 |
Transport and Connectivity of Apalgre
Public transport in the Apalgre 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 Apalgre is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Apalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Apalgre 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 Apalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Apalgre 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Apalgre
Where is Apalgre located?
Apalgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Apalgre?
The pincode of Apalgre is 794104.
What is the population of Apalgre?
Apalgre had a total population of 289, including 133 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Apalgre?
Apalgre had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Apalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Apalgre was 89.30%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 89.31%.