Damalgre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Damalgre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damalgre is 275554. 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 Damalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Damalgre village had a total population of 78 people, including 39 males and 39 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Damalgre
Damalgre 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 Damalgre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Damalgre.
| 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 Damalgre is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damalgre 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 Damalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damalgre 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 Damalgre
Where is Damalgre located?
Damalgre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Damalgre?
The pincode of Damalgre is 794005.
What is the population of Damalgre?
Damalgre had a total population of 78, including 39 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Damalgre?
Damalgre had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damalgre was 74.63%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 68.75%.