Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) is 275357. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) 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 Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)
As per Census 2011, Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) village has a total population of 1,050 people, consisting of 547 males and 503 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 576 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 902 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,050 | 547 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 902 | 460 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 311 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 236 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)
Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) 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 Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)
Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) is about 18 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 Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)
Where is Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) located?
Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)?
The pincode of Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) is 794110.
What is the population of Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)?
Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) has a total population of 1,050, including 547 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)?
There are 177 households in Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim).
What is the literacy rate in Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobu Bazar (Cherasu Gittim) is 54.86%. Male literacy is 56.86% and female literacy is 52.68%.