Dakran - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Dakran is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakran is 274752. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Dakran 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 Dakran
According to the 2011 Census, Dakran village had a total population of 45 people, including 22 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.78%, with male literacy at 31.25% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Dakran
Dakran 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 Dakran
Public transport in the Dakran 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Dakran is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakran 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 Dakran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakran 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 Dakran
Where is Dakran located?
Dakran village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dakran?
The pincode of Dakran is 794110.
What is the population of Dakran?
Dakran had a total population of 45, including 22 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Dakran?
Dakran had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakran was 27.78%. Male literacy was 31.25% and female literacy was 25.00%.