Gugugre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Gugugre 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 68 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gugugre is 273049. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Gugugre 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 Gugugre
As per Census 2011, Gugugre village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 44 males and 34 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 772 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gugugre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Gugugre
Gugugre 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 Gugugre
Gugugre 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 Gugugre is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gugugre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gugugre 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 Gugugre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gugugre 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 Gugugre
Where is Gugugre located?
Gugugre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gugugre?
The pincode of Gugugre is 794104.
What is the population of Gugugre?
Gugugre has a total population of 78, including 44 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Gugugre?
There are 18 households in Gugugre.
What is the literacy rate in Gugugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugugre is 33.33%. Male literacy is 34.09% and female literacy is 32.35%.