Watregre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Watregre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watregre is 273460. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Watregre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watregre
According to the 2011 Census, Watregre village had a total population of 1,127 people, including 577 males and 550 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.61%, with male literacy at 76.25% and female literacy at 66.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 929.
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 | 1,127 | 577 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 97 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 929 | 479 | 450 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 366 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 211 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Watregre
Watregre 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 Watregre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Watregre.
| 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 Watregre is about 38 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 Watregre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watregre 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 Watregre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watregre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Watregre
Where is Watregre located?
Watregre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Watregre?
The pincode of Watregre is 794002.
What is the population of Watregre?
Watregre had a total population of 1,127, including 577 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Watregre?
Watregre had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watregre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watregre was 71.61%. Male literacy was 76.25% and female literacy was 66.59%.