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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakagre
According to the 2011 Census, Wakagre village had a total population of 169 people, including 82 males and 87 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.43%, with male literacy at 81.16% and female literacy at 66.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 169, including 82 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Wakagre?
Wakagre had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakagre was 73.43%. Male literacy was 81.16% and female literacy was 66.22%.