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
According to the 2011 Census, Baklagre village had a total population of 454 people, including 242 males and 212 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.38%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 56.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 452.
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 | 454 | 242 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 125 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 454, including 242 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Baklagre?
Baklagre had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baklagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baklagre was 62.38%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 56.47%.