Dangkong Garo - Kharkutta, North Garo Hills
Dangkong Garo is a village situated in the Kharkutta subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from Kharkutta and around 95 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangkong Garo is 274941. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangkong Garo
According to the 2011 Census, Dangkong Garo village had a total population of 335 people, including 166 males and 169 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.44%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 77.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 334.
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 | 335 | 166 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 166 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 98 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 68 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Dangkong Garo
Dangkong Garo 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 Dangkong Garo
Public transport in the Dangkong Garo is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Williamnagar to Dangkong Garo is about 95 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 Dangkong Garo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangkong Garo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangkong Garo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangkong Garo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangkong Garo
Where is Dangkong Garo located?
Dangkong Garo village is located in Kharkutta Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dangkong Garo?
The pincode of Dangkong Garo is 794110.
What is the population of Dangkong Garo?
Dangkong Garo had a total population of 335, including 166 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Dangkong Garo?
Dangkong Garo had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangkong Garo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangkong Garo was 75.44%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 77.03%.