Simbukholgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Simbukholgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simbukholgre is 273020. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Simbukholgre 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 Simbukholgre
As per Census 2011, Simbukholgre village has a total population of 940 people, consisting of 463 males and 477 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 907 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simbukholgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 463 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 91 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 907 | 450 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 316 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 147 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Simbukholgre
Simbukholgre 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 Simbukholgre
Simbukholgre 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 >10 km |
| 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 Simbukholgre is about 40 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 Simbukholgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simbukholgre 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simbukholgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simbukholgre 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simbukholgre
Where is Simbukholgre located?
Simbukholgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Simbukholgre?
The pincode of Simbukholgre is 794105.
What is the population of Simbukholgre?
Simbukholgre has a total population of 940, including 463 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Simbukholgre?
There are 164 households in Simbukholgre.
What is the literacy rate in Simbukholgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simbukholgre is 64.47%. Male literacy is 68.25% and female literacy is 60.80%.