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.
Lower Sasatgre 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 Lower Sasatgre
As per Census 2011, Lower Sasatgre village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 176 males and 171 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Sasatgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 347, including 176 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Lower Sasatgre?
There are 68 households in Lower Sasatgre.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Sasatgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Sasatgre is 48.41%. Male literacy is 51.70% and female literacy is 45.03%.