Lower Damalgre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Lower Damalgre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 29 km from Betasing and around 18 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Damalgre is 273765. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Lower Damalgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Damalgre
As per Census 2011, Lower Damalgre village has a total population of 983 people, consisting of 513 males and 470 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 922 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Damalgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 513 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 922 | 480 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 368 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 145 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Damalgre
Lower Damalgre 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 Lower Damalgre
Lower Damalgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lower Damalgre is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Damalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Damalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lower Damalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Damalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Damalgre
Where is Lower Damalgre located?
Lower Damalgre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Damalgre?
The pincode of Lower Damalgre is 794105.
What is the population of Lower Damalgre?
Lower Damalgre has a total population of 983, including 513 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Lower Damalgre?
There are 173 households in Lower Damalgre.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Damalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Damalgre is 68.87%. Male literacy is 71.73% and female literacy is 65.74%.