Depagre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Depagre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depagre is 272990. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Depagre 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 Depagre
As per Census 2011, Depagre village has a total population of 204 people, consisting of 110 males and 94 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Depagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 110 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 47 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 63 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Depagre
Depagre 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 Depagre
Public transport in the Depagre 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 Depagre is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Depagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depagre 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 Depagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depagre 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 Depagre
Where is Depagre located?
Depagre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Depagre?
The pincode of Depagre is 794104.
What is the population of Depagre?
Depagre has a total population of 204, including 110 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Depagre?
There are 40 households in Depagre.
What is the literacy rate in Depagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depagre is 35.29%. Male literacy is 42.73% and female literacy is 26.60%.