Dankipara - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Dankipara is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dankipara is 275606. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Dankipara 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 Dankipara
As per Census 2011, Dankipara village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 139 males and 141 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 262 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dankipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 139 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 69 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Dankipara
Dankipara 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 Dankipara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dankipara.
| 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 Dankipara is about 60 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 Dankipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dankipara 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 Dankipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dankipara 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 Dankipara
Where is Dankipara located?
Dankipara village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dankipara?
The pincode of Dankipara is 794005.
What is the population of Dankipara?
Dankipara has a total population of 280, including 139 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dankipara?
There are 52 households in Dankipara.
What is the literacy rate in Dankipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dankipara is 48.21%. Male literacy is 50.36% and female literacy is 46.10%.