Dikkagittim - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Dikkagittim is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikkagittim is 274939. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Dikkagittim 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 Dikkagittim
As per Census 2011, Dikkagittim village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 37 males and 35 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dikkagittim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Dikkagittim
Dikkagittim 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 Dikkagittim
Dikkagittim 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 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 Dikkagittim is about 59 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 Dikkagittim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dikkagittim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dikkagittim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dikkagittim 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dikkagittim
Where is Dikkagittim located?
Dikkagittim village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dikkagittim?
The pincode of Dikkagittim is 794110.
What is the population of Dikkagittim?
Dikkagittim has a total population of 72, including 37 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Dikkagittim?
There are 13 households in Dikkagittim.
What is the literacy rate in Dikkagittim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikkagittim is 62.50%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 54.29%.