Dambo Watesa - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Dambo Watesa is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dambo Watesa is 274846. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Dambo Watesa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dambo Watesa
According to the 2011 Census, Dambo Watesa village had a total population of 292 people, including 141 males and 151 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.80%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 52.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.
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 | 292 | 141 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 29 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 137 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 71 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Dambo Watesa
Dambo Watesa 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 Dambo Watesa
Dambo Watesa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Williamnagar to Dambo Watesa is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dambo Watesa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dambo Watesa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dambo Watesa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dambo Watesa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dambo Watesa
Where is Dambo Watesa located?
Dambo Watesa village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dambo Watesa?
The pincode of Dambo Watesa is 794110.
What is the population of Dambo Watesa?
Dambo Watesa had a total population of 292, including 141 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Dambo Watesa?
Dambo Watesa had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dambo Watesa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dambo Watesa was 57.80%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 52.83%.