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
According to the 2011 Census, Dame Apal village had a total population of 191 people, including 96 males and 95 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.81%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 191, including 96 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Dame Apal?
Dame Apal had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dame Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dame Apal was 67.81%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 61.11%.