Watregre II - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Watregre II is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Betasing and around 45 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watregre II is 273672. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watregre II
According to the 2011 Census, Watregre II village had a total population of 320 people, including 160 males and 160 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 79.84% and female literacy at 60.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.
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 | 320 | 160 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 160 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 99 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 61 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Watregre II
Watregre II 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 II
Watregre II is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tura to Watregre II is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watregre II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watregre II village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Watregre II
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 II village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Watregre II
Where is Watregre II located?
Watregre II village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Watregre II?
The pincode of Watregre II is 794105.
What is the population of Watregre II?
Watregre II had a total population of 320, including 160 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Watregre II?
Watregre II had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watregre II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watregre II was 70.33%. Male literacy was 79.84% and female literacy was 60.66%.