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.
Wakantagre 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 Wakantagre
As per Census 2011, Wakantagre village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 185 males and 175 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wakantagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 185 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| 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 has a total population of 360, including 185 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Wakantagre?
There are 78 households in Wakantagre.
What is the literacy rate in Wakantagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakantagre is 39.72%. Male literacy is 42.70% and female literacy is 36.57%.