Megonggre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Megonggre 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 26 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megonggre is 273068. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Megonggre 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 Megonggre
As per Census 2011, Megonggre village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 95 males and 77 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 810 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megonggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 79 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Megonggre
Megonggre 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 Megonggre
Public transport in the Megonggre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Megonggre is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megonggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megonggre 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 Megonggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megonggre 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 Megonggre
Where is Megonggre located?
Megonggre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Megonggre?
The pincode of Megonggre is 794105.
What is the population of Megonggre?
Megonggre has a total population of 172, including 95 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Megonggre?
There are 25 households in Megonggre.
What is the literacy rate in Megonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megonggre is 78.49%. Male literacy is 83.16% and female literacy is 72.73%.