Bollonggre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Bollonggre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bollonggre is 272870. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bollonggre
According to the 2011 Census, Bollonggre village had a total population of 180 people, including 95 males and 85 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.90%, with male literacy at 53.95% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Bollonggre
Bollonggre 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 Bollonggre
Bollonggre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bollonggre is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bollonggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bollonggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bollonggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bollonggre 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 Bollonggre
Where is Bollonggre located?
Bollonggre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bollonggre?
The pincode of Bollonggre is 794104.
What is the population of Bollonggre?
Bollonggre had a total population of 180, including 95 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Bollonggre?
Bollonggre had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bollonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bollonggre was 53.90%. Male literacy was 53.95% and female literacy was 53.85%.