Wakantagre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Wakantagre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakantagre is 273031. 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 Wakantagre
According to the 2011 Census, Wakantagre village had a total population of 360 people, including 185 males and 175 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.15%, with male literacy at 53.38% and female literacy at 42.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 360 | 185 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 184 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 106 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Wakantagre
Wakantagre 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 Wakantagre
Public transport in the Wakantagre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Wakantagre is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakantagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakantagre 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 Wakantagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakantagre 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 Wakantagre
Where is Wakantagre located?
Wakantagre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wakantagre?
The pincode of Wakantagre is 794104.
What is the population of Wakantagre?
Wakantagre had a total population of 360, including 185 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Wakantagre?
Wakantagre had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakantagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakantagre was 48.15%. Male literacy was 53.38% and female literacy was 42.95%.