Dikigre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Dikigre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikigre is 275691. 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 Dikigre
According to the 2011 Census, Dikigre village had a total population of 118 people, including 56 males and 62 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 17 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Dikigre
Dikigre 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 Dikigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dikigre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dikigre is about 63 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 Dikigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dikigre 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 Dikigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dikigre 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 Dikigre
Where is Dikigre located?
Dikigre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dikigre?
The pincode of Dikigre is 794005.
What is the population of Dikigre?
Dikigre had a total population of 118, including 56 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Dikigre?
Dikigre had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dikigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikigre was 78.79%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 76.47%.