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
According to the 2011 Census, Mari Apal village had a total population of 328 people, including 154 males and 174 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.55%, with male literacy at 79.70% and female literacy at 69.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 320.
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 | 328 | 154 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 328, including 154 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Mari Apal?
Mari Apal had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mari Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mari Apal was 74.55%. Male literacy was 79.70% and female literacy was 69.72%.