Aragittim - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Aragittim is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aragittim is 274864. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Aragittim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aragittim
According to the 2011 Census, Aragittim village had a total population of 596 people, including 297 males and 299 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.66%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 70.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 594.
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 | 596 | 297 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 59 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 594 | 295 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 182 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 115 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Aragittim
Aragittim 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 Aragittim
Public transport in the Aragittim is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Aragittim is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aragittim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aragittim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aragittim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aragittim 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Aragittim
Where is Aragittim located?
Aragittim village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Aragittim?
The pincode of Aragittim is 794110.
What is the population of Aragittim?
Aragittim had a total population of 596, including 297 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Aragittim?
Aragittim had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aragittim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aragittim was 73.66%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 70.74%.