Darengsagiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Darengsagiri 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 Darengsagiri is 275593. 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 Darengsagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Darengsagiri village had a total population of 146 people, including 72 males and 74 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.37%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 56.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 30 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Darengsagiri
Darengsagiri 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 Darengsagiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darengsagiri.
| 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 Darengsagiri 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 Darengsagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darengsagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darengsagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darengsagiri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darengsagiri
Where is Darengsagiri located?
Darengsagiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darengsagiri?
The pincode of Darengsagiri is 794005.
What is the population of Darengsagiri?
Darengsagiri had a total population of 146, including 72 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Darengsagiri?
Darengsagiri had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darengsagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darengsagiri was 66.37%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 56.90%.