Tepatangre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Tepatangre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tepatangre is 273126. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tepatangre
According to the 2011 Census, Tepatangre village had a total population of 500 people, including 260 males and 240 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.60%, with male literacy at 59.31% and female literacy at 19.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 462.
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 | 500 | 260 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 240 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 137 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 123 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Tepatangre
Tepatangre 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 Tepatangre
Public transport in the Tepatangre is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tepatangre is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tepatangre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tepatangre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tepatangre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tepatangre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tepatangre
Where is Tepatangre located?
Tepatangre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tepatangre?
The pincode of Tepatangre is 794003.
What is the population of Tepatangre?
Tepatangre had a total population of 500, including 260 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Tepatangre?
Tepatangre had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tepatangre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tepatangre was 40.60%. Male literacy was 59.31% and female literacy was 19.00%.