Baklagre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Baklagre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baklagre is 272922. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Baklagre 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 Baklagre
As per Census 2011, Baklagre village has a total population of 454 people, consisting of 242 males and 212 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baklagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 242 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 125 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 240 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 78 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 164 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Baklagre
Baklagre 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 Baklagre
Baklagre 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 Baklagre is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baklagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baklagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baklagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baklagre 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baklagre
Where is Baklagre located?
Baklagre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Baklagre?
The pincode of Baklagre is 794105.
What is the population of Baklagre?
Baklagre has a total population of 454, including 242 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Baklagre?
There are 75 households in Baklagre.
What is the literacy rate in Baklagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baklagre is 27.75%. Male literacy is 32.23% and female literacy is 22.64%.