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.
Ujenggre 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 Ujenggre
As per Census 2011, Ujenggre village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 304 males and 299 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ujenggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 304 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| 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 has a total population of 603, including 304 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Ujenggre?
There are 129 households in Ujenggre.
What is the literacy rate in Ujenggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujenggre is 36.32%. Male literacy is 44.41% and female literacy is 28.09%.