Watregiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Watregiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watregiri is 275736. 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 Watregiri
According to the 2011 Census, Watregiri village had a total population of 136 people, including 61 males and 75 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,230 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.96%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 56.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 136 | 61 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 60 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 27 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Watregiri
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 Watregiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Watregiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Watregiri is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watregiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 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 Watregiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Watregiri
Where is Watregiri located?
Watregiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Watregiri?
The pincode of Watregiri is 794005.
What is the population of Watregiri?
Watregiri had a total population of 136, including 61 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Watregiri?
Watregiri had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watregiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watregiri was 62.96%. Male literacy was 70.83% and female literacy was 56.67%.