Dorakgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Dorakgre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dorakgre is 275439. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Dorakgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dorakgre
As per Census 2011, Dorakgre village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 101 males and 107 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dorakgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 101 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 100 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 78 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 23 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dorakgre
Dorakgre 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 Dorakgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dorakgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Dorakgre is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dorakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dorakgre 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 Dorakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dorakgre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dorakgre
Where is Dorakgre located?
Dorakgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dorakgre?
The pincode of Dorakgre is 794111.
What is the population of Dorakgre?
Dorakgre has a total population of 208, including 101 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Dorakgre?
There are 37 households in Dorakgre.
What is the literacy rate in Dorakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dorakgre is 61.06%. Male literacy is 77.23% and female literacy is 45.79%.