Dipkaigre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Dipkaigre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dipkaigre is 272925. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Dipkaigre 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 Dipkaigre
According to the 2011 Census, Dipkaigre village had a total population of 363 people, including 188 males and 175 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.81%, with male literacy at 69.46% and female literacy at 39.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 363.
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 | 363 | 188 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 188 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 116 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 72 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Dipkaigre
Dipkaigre 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 Dipkaigre
Public transport in the Dipkaigre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dipkaigre is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dipkaigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dipkaigre 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 Dipkaigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dipkaigre 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 Dipkaigre
Where is Dipkaigre located?
Dipkaigre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dipkaigre?
The pincode of Dipkaigre is 794104.
What is the population of Dipkaigre?
Dipkaigre had a total population of 363, including 188 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Dipkaigre?
Dipkaigre had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dipkaigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dipkaigre was 55.81%. Male literacy was 69.46% and female literacy was 39.86%.