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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagalgiri
According to the 2011 Census, Dagalgiri village had a total population of 89 people, including 41 males and 48 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,171 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.38%, with male literacy at 64.52% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 89, including 41 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Dagalgiri?
Dagalgiri had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagalgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagalgiri was 55.38%. Male literacy was 64.52% and female literacy was 47.06%.