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
As per Census 2011, Dosikgittim village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 249 males and 250 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 496 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dosikgittim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 249 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 45 | 64 |
| 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 has a total population of 499, including 249 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Dosikgittim?
There are 83 households in Dosikgittim.
What is the literacy rate in Dosikgittim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dosikgittim is 60.72%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 51.20%.