Lower Sasatgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Lower Sasatgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Sasatgre is 272965. 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 Lower Sasatgre
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Sasatgre village had a total population of 347 people, including 176 males and 171 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.74%, with male literacy at 63.19% and female literacy at 54.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 345.
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 | 176 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 176 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 85 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Sasatgre
Lower Sasatgre 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 Lower Sasatgre
Public transport in the Lower Sasatgre 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 Lower Sasatgre is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Sasatgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Sasatgre 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 Lower Sasatgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Sasatgre 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 Lower Sasatgre
Where is Lower Sasatgre located?
Lower Sasatgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Sasatgre?
The pincode of Lower Sasatgre is 794104.
What is the population of Lower Sasatgre?
Lower Sasatgre had a total population of 347, including 176 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Lower Sasatgre?
Lower Sasatgre had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Sasatgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Sasatgre was 58.74%. Male literacy was 63.19% and female literacy was 54.23%.