Dajigre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Dajigre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dajigre is 275678. 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 Dajigre
According to the 2011 Census, Dajigre village had a total population of 251 people, including 130 males and 121 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.36%, with male literacy at 55.24% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 72 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Dajigre
Dajigre 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 Dajigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dajigre.
| 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 Dajigre is about 65 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 Dajigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dajigre 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 Dajigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dajigre 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 Dajigre
Where is Dajigre located?
Dajigre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dajigre?
The pincode of Dajigre is 794005.
What is the population of Dajigre?
Dajigre had a total population of 251, including 130 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Dajigre?
Dajigre had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dajigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dajigre was 54.36%. Male literacy was 55.24% and female literacy was 53.33%.