Balal-Adugre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Balal-Adugre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balal-Adugre is 273063. 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 Balal-Adugre
According to the 2011 Census, Balal-Adugre village had a total population of 190 people, including 90 males and 100 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.64%, with male literacy at 59.72% and female literacy at 48.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 190 | 90 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 88 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 47 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Balal-Adugre
Balal-Adugre 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 Balal-Adugre
Public transport in the Balal-Adugre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Balal-Adugre is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balal-Adugre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balal-Adugre 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 Balal-Adugre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balal-Adugre 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 Balal-Adugre
Where is Balal-Adugre located?
Balal-Adugre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balal-Adugre?
The pincode of Balal-Adugre is 794105.
What is the population of Balal-Adugre?
Balal-Adugre had a total population of 190, including 90 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Balal-Adugre?
Balal-Adugre had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balal-Adugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balal-Adugre was 53.64%. Male literacy was 59.72% and female literacy was 48.10%.