Dangar - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Dangar 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 is 278716. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangar
According to the 2011 Census, Dangar village had a total population of 905 people, including 464 males and 441 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.97%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 85.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 666.
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 | 905 | 464 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 666 | 323 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 359 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 105 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Dangar
Dangar 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
Dangar 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 | 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 Shillong to Dangar 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangar 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
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangar
Where is Dangar located?
Dangar village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dangar?
The pincode of Dangar is 793106.
What is the population of Dangar?
Dangar had a total population of 905, including 464 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Dangar?
Dangar had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangar was 87.97%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 85.37%.