Lower Watregre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Lower Watregre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Watregre is 273418. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Lower Watregre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Watregre
As per Census 2011, Lower Watregre village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 105 males and 106 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Watregre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 17 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 65 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 40 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Watregre
Lower Watregre 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 Watregre
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Lower Watregre.
| 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 Watregre is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Watregre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Watregre 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 Watregre
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 Watregre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Watregre
Where is Lower Watregre located?
Lower Watregre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Watregre?
The pincode of Lower Watregre is 794109.
What is the population of Lower Watregre?
Lower Watregre has a total population of 211, including 105 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Lower Watregre?
There are 40 households in Lower Watregre.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Watregre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Watregre is 48.82%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 35.85%.