Dhorom

Dhorom is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Dhorom has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhorom

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhorom is 278889. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Dhorom village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhorom

Below is a concise population overview of Dhorom as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 681 350 331
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 122 66 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 189 98 91
Literate Population 418 230 188
Illiterate Population 263 120 143

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhorom village:

  • The total population of Dhorom village is around 681, including approximately 350 males and 331 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Dhorom village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhorom village has 189 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhorom village is about 61.38%, with male literacy at 65.71% and female literacy at 56.80%.
  • There are around 127 households in Dhorom village.

Connectivity of Dhorom

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhorom. As per the 2011 stats, Dhorom had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhorom

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhorom helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhorom.

Umkhabaw Sohkwit Umtaru Kalatek Kalibari Diengrai Birsaw Rangkamati Mawbang Kurikhal Chaklabasti

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhorom

Where is Dhorom located?
Dhorom village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dhorom?
The pincode of Dhorom is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhorom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhorom is 681, with 350 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Dhorom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhorom village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorom as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhorom is 61.38%. The male literacy rate is 65.71%, while the female literacy rate is 56.80%.