Ujenggre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Ujenggre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujenggre is 273045. 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 Ujenggre
According to the 2011 Census, Ujenggre village had a total population of 603 people, including 304 males and 299 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.11%, with male literacy at 57.20% and female literacy at 35.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 591.
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 | 603 | 304 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 296 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 135 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 169 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Ujenggre
Ujenggre 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 Ujenggre
Public transport in the Ujenggre 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 Ujenggre is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujenggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujenggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ujenggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujenggre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ujenggre
Where is Ujenggre located?
Ujenggre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ujenggre?
The pincode of Ujenggre is 794105.
What is the population of Ujenggre?
Ujenggre had a total population of 603, including 304 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Ujenggre?
Ujenggre had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ujenggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujenggre was 46.11%. Male literacy was 57.20% and female literacy was 35.15%.