Tujonggre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Tujonggre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tujonggre is 273181. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Tujonggre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tujonggre
According to the 2011 Census, Tujonggre village had a total population of 146 people, including 77 males and 69 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.00%, with male literacy at 45.16% and female literacy at 13.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 28 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 49 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Tujonggre
Tujonggre 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 Tujonggre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tujonggre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Tujonggre is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tujonggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tujonggre 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 Tujonggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tujonggre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tujonggre
Where is Tujonggre located?
Tujonggre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tujonggre?
The pincode of Tujonggre is 794002.
What is the population of Tujonggre?
Tujonggre had a total population of 146, including 77 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Tujonggre?
Tujonggre had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tujonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tujonggre was 30.00%. Male literacy was 45.16% and female literacy was 13.79%.