Darusak - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Darusak is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darusak is 274918. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Darusak 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 Darusak
As per Census 2011, Darusak village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 106 males and 120 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darusak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 106 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 104 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 51 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Darusak
Darusak 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 Darusak
Darusak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Darusak is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darusak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darusak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darusak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darusak 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darusak
Where is Darusak located?
Darusak village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darusak?
The pincode of Darusak is 794110.
What is the population of Darusak?
Darusak has a total population of 226, including 106 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Darusak?
There are 46 households in Darusak.
What is the literacy rate in Darusak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darusak is 46.02%. Male literacy is 51.89% and female literacy is 40.83%.