Damalgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Damalgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damalgre is 273024. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Damalgre 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 Damalgre
As per Census 2011, Damalgre village has a total population of 407 people, consisting of 201 males and 206 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 387 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damalgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 201 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 188 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 163 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 38 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Damalgre
Damalgre 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 Damalgre
Damalgre 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 >10 km |
| 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 Damalgre is about 40 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 Damalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damalgre 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 Damalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damalgre 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 Damalgre
Where is Damalgre located?
Damalgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Damalgre?
The pincode of Damalgre is 794105.
What is the population of Damalgre?
Damalgre has a total population of 407, including 201 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Damalgre?
There are 70 households in Damalgre.
What is the literacy rate in Damalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damalgre is 77.40%. Male literacy is 81.09% and female literacy is 73.79%.