Dametgre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Dametgre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dametgre is 275717. 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 Dametgre
According to the 2011 Census, Dametgre village had a total population of 149 people, including 79 males and 70 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.97%, with male literacy at 59.38% and female literacy at 35.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 41 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Dametgre
Dametgre 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 Dametgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dametgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dametgre is about 68 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 Dametgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dametgre 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 Dametgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dametgre 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 Dametgre
Where is Dametgre located?
Dametgre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dametgre?
The pincode of Dametgre is 794005.
What is the population of Dametgre?
Dametgre had a total population of 149, including 79 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Dametgre?
Dametgre had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dametgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dametgre was 47.97%. Male literacy was 59.38% and female literacy was 35.59%.