Wadagre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Wadagre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadagre is 273517. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Wadagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadagre
According to the 2011 Census, Wadagre village had a total population of 358 people, including 172 males and 186 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.87%, with male literacy at 58.57% and female literacy at 43.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 352.
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 | 358 | 172 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 170 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 90 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Wadagre
Wadagre 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 Wadagre
Wadagre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Wadagre is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadagre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadagre 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wadagre
Where is Wadagre located?
Wadagre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wadagre?
The pincode of Wadagre is 794002.
What is the population of Wadagre?
Wadagre had a total population of 358, including 172 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Wadagre?
Wadagre had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadagre was 50.87%. Male literacy was 58.57% and female literacy was 43.62%.