Dame Apal - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Dame Apal is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Resubelpara and around 91 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dame Apal is 274595. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Dame Apal 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 Apal
As per Census 2011, Dame Apal village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 96 males and 95 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dame Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 93 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 41 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Dame Apal
Dame Apal 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 Apal
Public transport in the Dame Apal 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 Williamnagar to Dame Apal is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dame Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dame Apal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dame Apal
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 Apal 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 Dame Apal
Where is Dame Apal located?
Dame Apal village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dame Apal?
The pincode of Dame Apal is 794005.
What is the population of Dame Apal?
Dame Apal has a total population of 191, including 96 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Dame Apal?
There are 35 households in Dame Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Dame Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dame Apal is 51.83%. Male literacy is 57.29% and female literacy is 46.32%.