Asil-Dikagre - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Asil-Dikagre is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asil-Dikagre is 275330. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Asil-Dikagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asil-Dikagre
As per Census 2011, Asil-Dikagre village has a total population of 215 people, consisting of 99 males and 116 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asil-Dikagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 99 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 98 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 66 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Asil-Dikagre
Asil-Dikagre 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 Asil-Dikagre
Asil-Dikagre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Asil-Dikagre is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asil-Dikagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asil-Dikagre 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 Asil-Dikagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asil-Dikagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asil-Dikagre
Where is Asil-Dikagre located?
Asil-Dikagre village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Asil-Dikagre?
The pincode of Asil-Dikagre is 794110.
What is the population of Asil-Dikagre?
Asil-Dikagre has a total population of 215, including 99 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Asil-Dikagre?
There are 42 households in Asil-Dikagre.
What is the literacy rate in Asil-Dikagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asil-Dikagre is 32.56%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 31.90%.