Damjonggre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Damjonggre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damjonggre is 273062. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Damjonggre 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 Damjonggre
As per Census 2011, Damjonggre village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 155 males and 137 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damjonggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 155 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 154 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 141 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 14 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Damjonggre
Damjonggre 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 Damjonggre
Damjonggre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Damjonggre is about 28 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 Damjonggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damjonggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damjonggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damjonggre 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 Damjonggre
Where is Damjonggre located?
Damjonggre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Damjonggre?
The pincode of Damjonggre is 794105.
What is the population of Damjonggre?
Damjonggre has a total population of 292, including 155 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Damjonggre?
There are 52 households in Damjonggre.
What is the literacy rate in Damjonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damjonggre is 84.25%. Male literacy is 90.97% and female literacy is 76.64%.