Dosikgittim - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Dosikgittim is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 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 Dosikgittim is 274840. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Dosikgittim 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 Dosikgittim
According to the 2011 Census, Dosikgittim village had a total population of 499 people, including 249 males and 250 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.69%, with male literacy at 85.78% and female literacy at 68.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 496.
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 | 499 | 249 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 45 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 247 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 175 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 74 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Dosikgittim
Dosikgittim 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 Dosikgittim
Dosikgittim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dosikgittim 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 Dosikgittim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dosikgittim 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 Dosikgittim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dosikgittim 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 Dosikgittim
Where is Dosikgittim located?
Dosikgittim village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dosikgittim?
The pincode of Dosikgittim is 794110.
What is the population of Dosikgittim?
Dosikgittim had a total population of 499, including 249 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Dosikgittim?
Dosikgittim had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dosikgittim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dosikgittim was 77.69%. Male literacy was 85.78% and female literacy was 68.82%.