Darengiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Darengiri 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 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darengiri is 275572. 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 Darengiri
According to the 2011 Census, Darengiri village had a total population of 193 people, including 106 males and 87 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.35%, with male literacy at 79.76% and female literacy at 71.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 67 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 39 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Darengiri
Darengiri 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 Darengiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darengiri.
| 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 Darengiri is about 64 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 Darengiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darengiri 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 Darengiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darengiri 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 Darengiri
Where is Darengiri located?
Darengiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darengiri?
The pincode of Darengiri is 794005.
What is the population of Darengiri?
Darengiri had a total population of 193, including 106 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Darengiri?
Darengiri had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darengiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darengiri was 76.35%. Male literacy was 79.76% and female literacy was 71.88%.