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.
Dagal Chimram 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 Dagal Chimram
As per Census 2011, Dagal Chimram village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 122 males and 123 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 66 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dagal Chimram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 122 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| 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 has a total population of 245, including 122 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Dagal Chimram?
There are 47 households in Dagal Chimram.
What is the literacy rate in Dagal Chimram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagal Chimram is 26.94%. Male literacy is 28.69% and female literacy is 25.20%.