Wankolagre - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Wankolagre is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 57 km from Dadenggiri and around 76 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wankolagre is 273154. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Wankolagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wankolagre
According to the 2011 Census, Wankolagre village had a total population of 208 people, including 111 males and 97 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.50%, with male literacy at 88.66% and female literacy at 62.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 86 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 25 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Wankolagre
Wankolagre 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 Wankolagre
Public transport in the Wankolagre 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 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 Wankolagre is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wankolagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wankolagre 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Wankolagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wankolagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wankolagre
Where is Wankolagre located?
Wankolagre village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wankolagre?
The pincode of Wankolagre is 794109.
What is the population of Wankolagre?
Wankolagre had a total population of 208, including 111 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Wankolagre?
Wankolagre had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wankolagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wankolagre was 76.50%. Male literacy was 88.66% and female literacy was 62.79%.