Dokagre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Dokagre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokagre is 273018. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokagre
According to the 2011 Census, Dokagre village had a total population of 347 people, including 173 males and 174 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.46%, with male literacy at 57.35% and female literacy at 38.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 347 | 173 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 171 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 78 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 95 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Dokagre
Dokagre 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 Dokagre
Public transport in the Dokagre 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 Dokagre is about 36 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 Dokagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokagre 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 Dokagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokagre 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 Dokagre
Where is Dokagre located?
Dokagre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dokagre?
The pincode of Dokagre is 794105.
What is the population of Dokagre?
Dokagre had a total population of 347, including 173 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Dokagre?
Dokagre had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dokagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokagre was 48.46%. Male literacy was 57.35% and female literacy was 38.71%.