Dambilja - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Dambilja is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dambilja is 274937. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Dambilja 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 Dambilja
As per Census 2011, Dambilja village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 40 males and 36 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dambilja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 32 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Dambilja
Dambilja 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 Dambilja
Dambilja 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 Williamnagar to Dambilja is about 72 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 Dambilja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dambilja 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 Dambilja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dambilja 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dambilja
Where is Dambilja located?
Dambilja village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dambilja?
The pincode of Dambilja is 794110.
What is the population of Dambilja?
Dambilja has a total population of 76, including 40 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Dambilja?
There are 14 households in Dambilja.
What is the literacy rate in Dambilja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dambilja is 14.47%. Male literacy is 20.00% and female literacy is 8.33%.