Wajadagre - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Wajadagre is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from Selsella and around 57 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wajadagre is 273005. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wajadagre
According to the 2011 Census, Wajadagre village had a total population of 360 people, including 185 males and 175 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.33%, with male literacy at 69.57% and female literacy at 61.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 360.
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 | 360 | 185 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 185 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 89 | 92 |
Transport and Connectivity of Wajadagre
Wajadagre 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 Wajadagre is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wajadagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wajadagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wajadagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wajadagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wajadagre
Where is Wajadagre located?
Wajadagre village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wajadagre?
The pincode of Wajadagre is 794105.
What is the population of Wajadagre?
Wajadagre had a total population of 360, including 185 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Wajadagre?
Wajadagre had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wajadagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wajadagre was 65.33%. Male literacy was 69.57% and female literacy was 61.03%.