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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darik Banajuri
According to the 2011 Census, Darik Banajuri village had a total population of 141 people, including 80 males and 61 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 763 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.19%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 76.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 141 | 80 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 141, including 80 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Darik Banajuri?
Darik Banajuri had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darik Banajuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darik Banajuri was 80.19%. Male literacy was 83.93% and female literacy was 76.00%.