Dangardop - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Dangardop is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 108.5 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangardop is 278727. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
Dangardop 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 Dangardop
According to the 2011 Census, Dangardop village had a total population of 272 people, including 141 males and 131 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.06%, with male literacy at 69.83% and female literacy at 51.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 272 | 141 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 81 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 60 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Dangardop
Dangardop 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 Dangardop
Dangardop is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dangardop is about 108.5 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 Dangardop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangardop village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dangardop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangardop 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangardop
Where is Dangardop located?
Dangardop village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dangardop?
The pincode of Dangardop is 793106.
What is the population of Dangardop?
Dangardop had a total population of 272, including 141 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Dangardop?
Dangardop had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangardop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangardop was 61.06%. Male literacy was 69.83% and female literacy was 51.82%.