Mekmakgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Mekmakgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mekmakgre is 272969. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Mekmakgre 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 Mekmakgre
As per Census 2011, Mekmakgre village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 93 males and 83 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mekmakgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 57 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 36 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Mekmakgre
Mekmakgre 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 Mekmakgre
Public transport in the Mekmakgre 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 Mekmakgre is about 74 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 Mekmakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mekmakgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mekmakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mekmakgre 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 Mekmakgre
Where is Mekmakgre located?
Mekmakgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mekmakgre?
The pincode of Mekmakgre is 794104.
What is the population of Mekmakgre?
Mekmakgre has a total population of 176, including 93 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Mekmakgre?
There are 33 households in Mekmakgre.
What is the literacy rate in Mekmakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mekmakgre is 53.41%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 44.58%.