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
According to the 2011 Census, Damjonggre village had a total population of 292 people, including 155 males and 137 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.54%, with male literacy at 95.27% and female literacy at 78.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.
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 | 292 | 155 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 292, including 155 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Damjonggre?
Damjonggre had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damjonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damjonggre was 87.54%. Male literacy was 95.27% and female literacy was 78.95%.