Dhorom - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Dhorom is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhorom is 278889. The village falls under the 793112 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhorom
According to the 2011 Census, Dhorom village had a total population of 681 people, including 350 males and 331 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.78%, with male literacy at 80.99% and female literacy at 68.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 681 | 350 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 230 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 120 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Dhorom
Dhorom 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 Dhorom
Dhorom 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 Dhorom is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhorom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhorom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhorom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhorom village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhorom
Where is Dhorom located?
Dhorom village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dhorom?
The pincode of Dhorom is 793112.
What is the population of Dhorom?
Dhorom had a total population of 681, including 350 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Dhorom?
Dhorom had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhorom was 74.78%. Male literacy was 80.99% and female literacy was 68.36%.