Dame Abanda - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Dame Abanda is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 50 km from Songsak and around 95 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dame Abanda is 275144. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Dame Abanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Resubelpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dame Abanda
According to the 2011 Census, Dame Abanda village had a total population of 220 people, including 119 males and 101 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.58%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 90.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 220 | 119 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 116 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 96 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Dame Abanda
Dame Abanda 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 Dame Abanda
Dame Abanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Williamnagar to Dame Abanda 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 Dame Abanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dame Abanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dame Abanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dame Abanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dame Abanda
Where is Dame Abanda located?
Dame Abanda village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dame Abanda?
The pincode of Dame Abanda is 794005.
What is the population of Dame Abanda?
Dame Abanda had a total population of 220, including 119 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Dame Abanda?
Dame Abanda had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dame Abanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dame Abanda was 93.58%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 90.80%.