Dagal Aringga - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Dagal Aringga is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 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 Aringga is 275222. The village falls under the 794113 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagal Aringga
According to the 2011 Census, Dagal Aringga village had a total population of 648 people, including 318 males and 330 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.77%, with male literacy at 55.74% and female literacy at 51.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 624.
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 | 648 | 318 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 74 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 624 | 307 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 136 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 182 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Dagal Aringga
Dagal Aringga 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 Aringga
Dagal Aringga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Aringga 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 Aringga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagal Aringga 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 Dagal Aringga
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 Aringga 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 Dagal Aringga
Where is Dagal Aringga located?
Dagal Aringga village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dagal Aringga?
The pincode of Dagal Aringga is 794113.
What is the population of Dagal Aringga?
Dagal Aringga had a total population of 648, including 318 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Dagal Aringga?
Dagal Aringga had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagal Aringga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagal Aringga was 53.77%. Male literacy was 55.74% and female literacy was 51.71%.