Possenggagre - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Possenggagre is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Possenggagre is 274245. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Possenggagre
According to the 2011 Census, Possenggagre village had a total population of 459 people, including 228 males and 231 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.97%, with male literacy at 66.29% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 452.
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 | 459 | 228 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 222 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 118 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 110 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Possenggagre
Possenggagre 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 Possenggagre
Possenggagre 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 5-10 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 Possenggagre is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Possenggagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Possenggagre 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 Possenggagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Possenggagre 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 Possenggagre
Where is Possenggagre located?
Possenggagre village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Possenggagre?
The pincode of Possenggagre is 794103.
What is the population of Possenggagre?
Possenggagre had a total population of 459, including 228 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Possenggagre?
Possenggagre had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Possenggagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Possenggagre was 57.97%. Male literacy was 66.29% and female literacy was 50.00%.