Singwilgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Singwilgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 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 Singwilgre is 272927. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Singwilgre 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 Singwilgre
According to the 2011 Census, Singwilgre village had a total population of 836 people, including 432 males and 404 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.31%, with male literacy at 81.56% and female literacy at 72.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 803.
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 | 836 | 432 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 85 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 803 | 420 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 283 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 149 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Singwilgre
Singwilgre 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 Singwilgre
Singwilgre 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 | 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 Singwilgre 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 Singwilgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singwilgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singwilgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singwilgre 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 Singwilgre
Where is Singwilgre located?
Singwilgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Singwilgre?
The pincode of Singwilgre is 794104.
What is the population of Singwilgre?
Singwilgre had a total population of 836, including 432 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Singwilgre?
Singwilgre had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singwilgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singwilgre was 77.31%. Male literacy was 81.56% and female literacy was 72.92%.