Raksamgre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Raksamgre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raksamgre is 273411. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raksamgre
According to the 2011 Census, Raksamgre village had a total population of 638 people, including 333 males and 305 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.55%, with male literacy at 80.14% and female literacy at 72.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 625.
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 | 638 | 333 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 625 | 324 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 234 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 99 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Raksamgre
Raksamgre 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 Raksamgre
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Raksamgre.
| 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 Raksamgre is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raksamgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raksamgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raksamgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raksamgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raksamgre
Where is Raksamgre located?
Raksamgre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Raksamgre?
The pincode of Raksamgre is 794109.
What is the population of Raksamgre?
Raksamgre had a total population of 638, including 333 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Raksamgre?
Raksamgre had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raksamgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raksamgre was 76.55%. Male literacy was 80.14% and female literacy was 72.69%.