Watregre - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Watregre is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watregre is 275971. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Watregre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watregre
According to the 2011 Census, Watregre village had a total population of 177 people, including 84 males and 93 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.33%, with male literacy at 37.10% and female literacy at 31.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 84 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 61 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Watregre
Watregre 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 Watregre
Public transport in the Watregre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Watregre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Watregre is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watregre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watregre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Watregre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watregre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Watregre
Where is Watregre located?
Watregre village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Watregre?
The pincode of Watregre is 794002.
What is the population of Watregre?
Watregre had a total population of 177, including 84 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Watregre?
Watregre had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watregre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watregre was 34.33%. Male literacy was 37.10% and female literacy was 31.94%.