Dawa Kosigittin - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Dawa Kosigittin is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawa Kosigittin is 275482. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dawa Kosigittin
According to the 2011 Census, Dawa Kosigittin village had a total population of 196 people, including 99 males and 97 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 65.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 196 | 99 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 41 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Dawa Kosigittin
Dawa Kosigittin 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 Dawa Kosigittin
Dawa Kosigittin is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Dawa Kosigittin is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawa Kosigittin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawa Kosigittin 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 Dawa Kosigittin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawa Kosigittin 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dawa Kosigittin
Where is Dawa Kosigittin located?
Dawa Kosigittin village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dawa Kosigittin?
The pincode of Dawa Kosigittin is 794111.
What is the population of Dawa Kosigittin?
Dawa Kosigittin had a total population of 196, including 99 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dawa Kosigittin?
Dawa Kosigittin had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dawa Kosigittin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawa Kosigittin was 71.81%. Male literacy was 78.38% and female literacy was 65.33%.