Danal Apal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Danal Apal is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danal Apal is 275325. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danal Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Danal Apal village had a total population of 184 people, including 94 males and 90 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.33%, with male literacy at 50.62% and female literacy at 26.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 184 | 94 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 93 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 41 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 53 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Danal Apal
Danal 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 Danal Apal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Danal Apal.
| 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 Danal Apal is about 49 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 Danal Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danal Apal 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 Danal 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 Danal Apal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danal Apal
Where is Danal Apal located?
Danal Apal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Danal Apal?
The pincode of Danal Apal is 794111.
What is the population of Danal Apal?
Danal Apal had a total population of 184, including 94 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Danal Apal?
Danal Apal had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danal Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danal Apal was 39.33%. Male literacy was 50.62% and female literacy was 26.09%.