Batragre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Batragre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batragre is 272977. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Batragre 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 Batragre
According to the 2011 Census, Batragre village had a total population of 61 people, including 30 males and 31 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.29%, with male literacy at 52.00% and female literacy at 19.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Batragre
Batragre 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 Batragre
Public transport in the Batragre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Batragre is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batragre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batragre 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 Batragre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batragre 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 Batragre
Where is Batragre located?
Batragre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Batragre?
The pincode of Batragre is 794105.
What is the population of Batragre?
Batragre had a total population of 61, including 30 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Batragre?
Batragre had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batragre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batragre was 35.29%. Male literacy was 52.00% and female literacy was 19.23%.