Balbalgre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Balbalgre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 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 Balbalgre is 273277. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Balbalgre 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 Balbalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Balbalgre village had a total population of 371 people, including 187 males and 184 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.21%, with male literacy at 90.07% and female literacy at 70.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 363.
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 | 371 | 187 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 182 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 127 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 60 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Balbalgre
Balbalgre 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 Balbalgre
Balbalgre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Balbalgre 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 Balbalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balbalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balbalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balbalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balbalgre
Where is Balbalgre located?
Balbalgre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Balbalgre?
The pincode of Balbalgre is 794109.
What is the population of Balbalgre?
Balbalgre had a total population of 371, including 187 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Balbalgre?
Balbalgre had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balbalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balbalgre was 80.21%. Male literacy was 90.07% and female literacy was 70.75%.