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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakjapakre
According to the 2011 Census, Wakjapakre village had a total population of 124 people, including 63 males and 61 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 70.21% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 124, including 63 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Wakjapakre?
Wakjapakre had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakjapakre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakjapakre was 60.00%. Male literacy was 70.21% and female literacy was 50.00%.