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.
Darengiri 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 Darengiri
As per Census 2011, Darengiri village has a total population of 193 people, consisting of 106 males and 87 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darengiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| 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 has a total population of 193, including 106 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Darengiri?
There are 37 households in Darengiri.
What is the literacy rate in Darengiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darengiri is 58.55%. Male literacy is 63.21% and female literacy is 52.87%.