Mari Apal - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Mari Apal 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 75 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mari Apal is 274795. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Mari Apal 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 Mari Apal
As per Census 2011, Mari Apal village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 154 males and 174 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mari Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 154 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 149 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 106 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Mari Apal
Mari Apal 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 Mari Apal
Mari Apal 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 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 Mari Apal is about 75 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 Mari Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mari Apal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mari Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mari Apal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mari Apal
Where is Mari Apal located?
Mari Apal village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mari Apal?
The pincode of Mari Apal is 794110.
What is the population of Mari Apal?
Mari Apal has a total population of 328, including 154 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Mari Apal?
There are 62 households in Mari Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Mari Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mari Apal is 62.50%. Male literacy is 68.83% and female literacy is 56.90%.