Dagal Apal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Dagal Apal 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagal Apal is 275220. The village falls under the 794108 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagal Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Dagal Apal village had a total population of 388 people, including 191 males and 197 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.94%, with male literacy at 72.30% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 377.
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 | 388 | 191 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 185 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 84 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Dagal Apal
Dagal 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 Dagal Apal
Dagal Apal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Dagal Apal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagal Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagal Apal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dagal 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 Dagal Apal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dagal Apal
Where is Dagal Apal located?
Dagal Apal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dagal Apal?
The pincode of Dagal Apal is 794108.
What is the population of Dagal Apal?
Dagal Apal had a total population of 388, including 191 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Dagal Apal?
Dagal Apal had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagal Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagal Apal was 69.94%. Male literacy was 72.30% and female literacy was 67.86%.