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.
Darengsagiri 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 Darengsagiri
As per Census 2011, Darengsagiri village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 72 males and 74 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darengsagiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 146, including 72 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Darengsagiri?
There are 23 households in Darengsagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Darengsagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darengsagiri is 51.37%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 44.59%.