Nawalgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Nawalgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawalgre is 273050. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Nawalgre village had a total population of 163 people, including 86 males and 77 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.88%, with male literacy at 36.11% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 60 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Nawalgre
Nawalgre 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 Nawalgre
Public transport in the Nawalgre 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 Nawalgre is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawalgre
Where is Nawalgre located?
Nawalgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nawalgre?
The pincode of Nawalgre is 794104.
What is the population of Nawalgre?
Nawalgre had a total population of 163, including 86 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Nawalgre?
Nawalgre had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawalgre was 30.88%. Male literacy was 36.11% and female literacy was 25.00%.