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.
Dagal Songgital village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagal Songgital
As per Census 2011, Dagal Songgital village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 241 males and 278 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dagal Songgital are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 241 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 42 | 59 |
| 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 has a total population of 519, including 241 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Dagal Songgital?
There are 94 households in Dagal Songgital.
What is the literacy rate in Dagal Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagal Songgital is 57.61%. Male literacy is 61.41% and female literacy is 54.32%.