Darik Banajuri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Darik Banajuri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darik Banajuri is 275802. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Darik Banajuri 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 Darik Banajuri
As per Census 2011, Darik Banajuri village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 80 males and 61 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 762 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darik Banajuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 80 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 33 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Darik Banajuri
Darik Banajuri 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 Darik Banajuri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darik Banajuri.
| 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 Darik Banajuri is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darik Banajuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darik Banajuri 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 Darik Banajuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darik Banajuri 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 Darik Banajuri
Where is Darik Banajuri located?
Darik Banajuri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darik Banajuri?
The pincode of Darik Banajuri is 794005.
What is the population of Darik Banajuri?
Darik Banajuri has a total population of 141, including 80 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Darik Banajuri?
There are 24 households in Darik Banajuri.
What is the literacy rate in Darik Banajuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darik Banajuri is 60.28%. Male literacy is 58.75% and female literacy is 62.30%.