Budu Watregiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Budu Watregiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budu Watregiri is 275583. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budu Watregiri
According to the 2011 Census, Budu Watregiri village had a total population of 95 people, including 49 males and 46 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.32%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 18 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Budu Watregiri
Budu Watregiri 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 Budu Watregiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Budu Watregiri.
| 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 Baghmara to Budu Watregiri is about 67 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 Budu Watregiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budu Watregiri 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 Budu Watregiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budu Watregiri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budu Watregiri
Where is Budu Watregiri located?
Budu Watregiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Budu Watregiri?
The pincode of Budu Watregiri is 794005.
What is the population of Budu Watregiri?
Budu Watregiri had a total population of 95, including 49 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Budu Watregiri?
Budu Watregiri had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budu Watregiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budu Watregiri was 75.32%. Male literacy was 75.61% and female literacy was 75.00%.