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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darusak
According to the 2011 Census, Darusak village had a total population of 226 people, including 106 males and 120 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.77%, with male literacy at 66.27% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 226 | 106 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 226, including 106 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Darusak?
Darusak had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darusak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darusak was 59.77%. Male literacy was 66.27% and female literacy was 53.85%.