Lower Dopgre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Lower Dopgre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Dopgre is 274065. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Lower Dopgre 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 Lower Dopgre
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Dopgre village had a total population of 275 people, including 146 males and 129 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.65%, with male literacy at 84.30% and female literacy at 74.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 275.
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 | 275 | 146 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 146 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 102 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 44 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Dopgre
Lower Dopgre 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 Lower Dopgre
Lower Dopgre 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 Lower Dopgre is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Dopgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Dopgre 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Dopgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Dopgre 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Dopgre
Where is Lower Dopgre located?
Lower Dopgre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Dopgre?
The pincode of Lower Dopgre is 794005.
What is the population of Lower Dopgre?
Lower Dopgre had a total population of 275, including 146 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Lower Dopgre?
Lower Dopgre had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Dopgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Dopgre was 79.65%. Male literacy was 84.30% and female literacy was 74.29%.