Balalgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Balalgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balalgre is 273014. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Balalgre 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 Balalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Balalgre village had a total population of 443 people, including 211 males and 232 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.38%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 63.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
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 | 443 | 211 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 208 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 140 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 71 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Balalgre
Balalgre 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 Balalgre
Public transport in the Balalgre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balalgre is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balalgre 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 Balalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balalgre 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 Balalgre
Where is Balalgre located?
Balalgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balalgre?
The pincode of Balalgre is 794105.
What is the population of Balalgre?
Balalgre had a total population of 443, including 211 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Balalgre?
Balalgre had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balalgre was 72.38%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 63.21%.