Dagal Chimram - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Dagal Chimram 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagal Chimram is 275223. 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 Chimram
According to the 2011 Census, Dagal Chimram village had a total population of 245 people, including 122 males and 123 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.02%, with male literacy at 37.23% and female literacy at 31.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 241.
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 | 245 | 122 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 119 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 87 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Dagal Chimram
Dagal Chimram 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 Chimram
Dagal Chimram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Chimram is about 40 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 Dagal Chimram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagal Chimram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dagal Chimram
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 Chimram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dagal Chimram
Where is Dagal Chimram located?
Dagal Chimram village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dagal Chimram?
The pincode of Dagal Chimram is 794113.
What is the population of Dagal Chimram?
Dagal Chimram had a total population of 245, including 122 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Dagal Chimram?
Dagal Chimram had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagal Chimram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagal Chimram was 34.02%. Male literacy was 37.23% and female literacy was 31.00%.