Apalgre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Apalgre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Apalgre is 273416. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Apalgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Apalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Apalgre village had a total population of 318 people, including 148 males and 170 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 79.20% and female literacy at 71.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 318.
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 | 318 | 148 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 23 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 148 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 49 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Apalgre
Apalgre 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 Apalgre
Apalgre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Apalgre is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Apalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Apalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Apalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Apalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Apalgre
Where is Apalgre located?
Apalgre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Apalgre?
The pincode of Apalgre is 794109.
What is the population of Apalgre?
Apalgre had a total population of 318, including 148 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Apalgre?
Apalgre had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Apalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Apalgre was 75.10%. Male literacy was 79.20% and female literacy was 71.21%.