Dandakol - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Dandakol is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from Resubelpara and around 66 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandakol is 274644. The village falls under the 794108 pincode.
Dandakol 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 Dandakol
According to the 2011 Census, Dandakol village had a total population of 581 people, including 282 males and 299 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.39%, with male literacy at 65.47% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 566.
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 | 581 | 282 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 276 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 146 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 136 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Dandakol
Dandakol 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 Dandakol
Dandakol 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 | 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 Dandakol is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandakol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandakol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandakol 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandakol
Where is Dandakol located?
Dandakol village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dandakol?
The pincode of Dandakol is 794108.
What is the population of Dandakol?
Dandakol had a total population of 581, including 282 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Dandakol?
Dandakol had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandakol was 60.39%. Male literacy was 65.47% and female literacy was 55.56%.