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.
Possenggagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Possenggagre
As per Census 2011, Possenggagre village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 228 males and 231 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Possenggagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 228 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| 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 has a total population of 459, including 228 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Possenggagre?
There are 79 households in Possenggagre.
What is the literacy rate in Possenggagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Possenggagre is 45.97%. Male literacy is 51.75% and female literacy is 40.26%.