Buchigre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Buchigre 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 72 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buchigre is 272980. 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 Buchigre
According to the 2011 Census, Buchigre village had a total population of 79 people, including 37 males and 42 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.67%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 13.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 29 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Buchigre
Buchigre 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 Buchigre
Buchigre 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 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 Buchigre 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 Buchigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buchigre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Buchigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buchigre 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 Buchigre
Where is Buchigre located?
Buchigre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Buchigre?
The pincode of Buchigre is 794105.
What is the population of Buchigre?
Buchigre had a total population of 79, including 37 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Buchigre?
Buchigre had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buchigre was 19.67%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 13.79%.