Golagre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Golagre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golagre is 272931. 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 Golagre
According to the 2011 Census, Golagre village had a total population of 90 people, including 47 males and 43 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.73%, with male literacy at 61.76% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 26 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Golagre
Golagre 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 Golagre
Public transport in the Golagre 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 Golagre is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golagre 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 Golagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golagre 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 Golagre
Where is Golagre located?
Golagre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Golagre?
The pincode of Golagre is 794105.
What is the population of Golagre?
Golagre had a total population of 90, including 47 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Golagre?
Golagre had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golagre was 53.73%. Male literacy was 61.76% and female literacy was 45.45%.