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
According to the 2011 Census, Damalgre village had a total population of 407 people, including 201 males and 206 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.26%, with male literacy at 92.61% and female literacy at 87.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 387.
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 | 407 | 201 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 407, including 201 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Damalgre?
Damalgre had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damalgre was 90.26%. Male literacy was 92.61% and female literacy was 87.86%.