Dagal Songgital - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Dagal Songgital is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagal Songgital is 275553. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagal Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Dagal Songgital village had a total population of 519 people, including 241 males and 278 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.53%, with male literacy at 74.37% and female literacy at 68.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 517.
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 | 519 | 241 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 42 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 240 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 148 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 93 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Dagal Songgital
Dagal Songgital 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 Dagal Songgital
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dagal Songgital.
| 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 Baghmara to Dagal Songgital is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagal Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagal Songgital 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 Dagal Songgital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagal Songgital 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 Dagal Songgital
Where is Dagal Songgital located?
Dagal Songgital village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dagal Songgital?
The pincode of Dagal Songgital is 794005.
What is the population of Dagal Songgital?
Dagal Songgital had a total population of 519, including 241 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Dagal Songgital?
Dagal Songgital had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagal Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagal Songgital was 71.53%. Male literacy was 74.37% and female literacy was 68.95%.