Dangar Dombah - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Dangar Dombah is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangar Dombah is 278718. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
Dangar Dombah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangar Dombah
As per Census 2011, Dangar Dombah village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 185 males and 171 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 314 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangar Dombah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 185 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 163 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 139 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 46 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dangar Dombah
Dangar Dombah 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 Dangar Dombah
Dangar Dombah 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 >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 Shillong to Dangar Dombah is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangar Dombah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangar Dombah 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 Dangar Dombah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangar Dombah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangar Dombah
Where is Dangar Dombah located?
Dangar Dombah village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dangar Dombah?
The pincode of Dangar Dombah is 793106.
What is the population of Dangar Dombah?
Dangar Dombah has a total population of 356, including 185 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Dangar Dombah?
There are 69 households in Dangar Dombah.
What is the literacy rate in Dangar Dombah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangar Dombah is 70.22%. Male literacy is 75.14% and female literacy is 64.91%.