Watregre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Watregre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from Betasing and around 43 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watregre is 273679. 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 Watregre
According to the 2011 Census, Watregre village had a total population of 483 people, including 236 males and 247 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.64%, with male literacy at 65.28% and female literacy at 50.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
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 | 483 | 236 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 225 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 126 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 110 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Watregre
Watregre 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
Watregre 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 is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watregre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watregre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Watregre
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Watregre
Where is Watregre located?
Watregre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Watregre?
The pincode of Watregre is 794105.
What is the population of Watregre?
Watregre had a total population of 483, including 236 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Watregre?
Watregre had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watregre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watregre was 57.64%. Male literacy was 65.28% and female literacy was 50.49%.