Wakolanggre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Wakolanggre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakolanggre is 274186. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakolanggre
According to the 2011 Census, Wakolanggre village had a total population of 49 people, including 25 males and 24 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.18%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Wakolanggre
Wakolanggre 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 Wakolanggre
Public transport in the Wakolanggre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Wakolanggre is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakolanggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakolanggre 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 Wakolanggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakolanggre 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wakolanggre
Where is Wakolanggre located?
Wakolanggre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wakolanggre?
The pincode of Wakolanggre is 794005.
What is the population of Wakolanggre?
Wakolanggre had a total population of 49, including 25 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Wakolanggre?
Wakolanggre had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakolanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakolanggre was 91.18%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.25%.