Wakjapakre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Wakjapakre 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakjapakre is 275627. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Wakjapakre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakjapakre
As per Census 2011, Wakjapakre village has a total population of 124 people, consisting of 63 males and 61 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wakjapakre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 30 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Wakjapakre
Wakjapakre 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 Wakjapakre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wakjapakre.
| 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 Wakjapakre is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakjapakre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakjapakre 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 Wakjapakre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakjapakre 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 Wakjapakre
Where is Wakjapakre located?
Wakjapakre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wakjapakre?
The pincode of Wakjapakre is 794005.
What is the population of Wakjapakre?
Wakjapakre has a total population of 124, including 63 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Wakjapakre?
There are 22 households in Wakjapakre.
What is the literacy rate in Wakjapakre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakjapakre is 45.97%. Male literacy is 52.38% and female literacy is 39.34%.