Wakagre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Wakagre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 31 km from Betasing and around 16 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakagre is 273759. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Wakagre 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 Wakagre
As per Census 2011, Wakagre village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 82 males and 87 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wakagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 26 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Wakagre
Wakagre 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 Wakagre
Wakagre 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 Wakagre is about 16 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 Wakagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wakagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakagre 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wakagre
Where is Wakagre located?
Wakagre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wakagre?
The pincode of Wakagre is 794105.
What is the population of Wakagre?
Wakagre has a total population of 169, including 82 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Wakagre?
There are 33 households in Wakagre.
What is the literacy rate in Wakagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakagre is 62.13%. Male literacy is 68.29% and female literacy is 56.32%.