Dabakgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Dabakgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabakgre is 273003. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Dabakgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Dabakgre village had a total population of 308 people, including 156 males and 152 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.53%, with male literacy at 23.66% and female literacy at 15.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 270.
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 | 308 | 156 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 138 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 125 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Dabakgre
Dabakgre 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 Dabakgre
Dabakgre 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 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 Dabakgre is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabakgre 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 Dabakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabakgre 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 Dabakgre
Where is Dabakgre located?
Dabakgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dabakgre?
The pincode of Dabakgre is 794105.
What is the population of Dabakgre?
Dabakgre had a total population of 308, including 156 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Dabakgre?
Dabakgre had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dabakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabakgre was 19.53%. Male literacy was 23.66% and female literacy was 15.20%.