Datang Agal - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Datang Agal is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datang Agal is 274845. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Datang Agal 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 Datang Agal
According to the 2011 Census, Datang Agal village had a total population of 148 people, including 71 males and 77 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.10%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 148 | 71 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Datang Agal
Datang Agal 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 Datang Agal
Datang Agal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Datang Agal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datang Agal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datang Agal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Datang Agal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datang Agal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Datang Agal
Where is Datang Agal located?
Datang Agal village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Datang Agal?
The pincode of Datang Agal is 794110.
What is the population of Datang Agal?
Datang Agal had a total population of 148, including 71 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Datang Agal?
Datang Agal had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Datang Agal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datang Agal was 53.10%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 48.21%.