Uppar Damalgre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Uppar Damalgre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from Betasing and around 8 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uppar Damalgre is 273760. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uppar Damalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Uppar Damalgre village had a total population of 825 people, including 529 males and 296 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 560 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.66%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 88.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 825 | 529 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 444 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 85 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Uppar Damalgre
Uppar 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 Uppar Damalgre
Uppar Damalgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Uppar Damalgre is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uppar Damalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uppar Damalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uppar 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 Uppar Damalgre 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 Uppar Damalgre
Where is Uppar Damalgre located?
Uppar Damalgre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Uppar Damalgre?
The pincode of Uppar Damalgre is 794105.
What is the population of Uppar Damalgre?
Uppar Damalgre had a total population of 825, including 529 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Uppar Damalgre?
Uppar Damalgre had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uppar Damalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppar Damalgre was 92.66%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 88.33%.