Daring Apal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Daring Apal is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daring Apal is 275338. 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 Daring Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Daring Apal village had a total population of 240 people, including 118 males and 122 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.36%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 50.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 240 | 118 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 56 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Daring Apal
Daring 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 Daring Apal
Public transport in the Daring Apal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Daring Apal is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daring Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daring 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 Daring 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 Daring Apal 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 Daring Apal
Where is Daring Apal located?
Daring Apal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Daring Apal?
The pincode of Daring Apal is 794108.
What is the population of Daring Apal?
Daring Apal had a total population of 240, including 118 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Daring Apal?
Daring Apal had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daring Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daring Apal was 57.36%. Male literacy was 64.58% and female literacy was 50.50%.