Dagalgiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Dagalgiri 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 62 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagalgiri is 275686. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Dagalgiri 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 Dagalgiri
As per Census 2011, Dagalgiri village has a total population of 89 people, consisting of 41 males and 48 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dagalgiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 21 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Dagalgiri
Dagalgiri 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 Dagalgiri
Dagalgiri 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 Baghmara to Dagalgiri is about 62 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 Dagalgiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagalgiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dagalgiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagalgiri 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 Dagalgiri
Where is Dagalgiri located?
Dagalgiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dagalgiri?
The pincode of Dagalgiri is 794005.
What is the population of Dagalgiri?
Dagalgiri has a total population of 89, including 41 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Dagalgiri?
There are 15 households in Dagalgiri.
What is the literacy rate in Dagalgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagalgiri is 40.45%. Male literacy is 48.78% and female literacy is 33.33%.