Upper Watregre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Upper Watregre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Watregre is 273424. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upper Watregre
According to the 2011 Census, Upper Watregre village had a total population of 796 people, including 407 males and 389 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.32%, with male literacy at 83.48% and female literacy at 74.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 784.
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 | 796 | 407 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 784 | 401 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 278 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 129 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Watregre
Upper 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 Upper Watregre
Upper Watregre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Upper Watregre 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 Upper Watregre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Upper 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 Upper Watregre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Watregre
Where is Upper Watregre located?
Upper Watregre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Watregre?
The pincode of Upper Watregre is 794109.
What is the population of Upper Watregre?
Upper Watregre had a total population of 796, including 407 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Upper Watregre?
Upper Watregre had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Watregre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Watregre was 79.32%. Male literacy was 83.48% and female literacy was 74.92%.