Boldakgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Boldakgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boldakgre is 272942. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Boldakgre 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 Boldakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Boldakgre village had a total population of 161 people, including 77 males and 84 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.88%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 58.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 161 | 77 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 23 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Boldakgre
Boldakgre 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 Boldakgre
Public transport in the Boldakgre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Boldakgre is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boldakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boldakgre 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 Boldakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boldakgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boldakgre
Where is Boldakgre located?
Boldakgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Boldakgre?
The pincode of Boldakgre is 794104.
What is the population of Boldakgre?
Boldakgre had a total population of 161, including 77 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Boldakgre?
Boldakgre had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boldakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boldakgre was 71.88%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 58.46%.