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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Depagre
According to the 2011 Census, Depagre village had a total population of 204 people, including 110 males and 94 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.44%, with male literacy at 51.65% and female literacy at 35.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 204 | 110 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 204, including 110 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Depagre?
Depagre had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Depagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depagre was 44.44%. Male literacy was 51.65% and female literacy was 35.21%.