Duchinggiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Duchinggiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 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 Duchinggiri is 275777. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Duchinggiri 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 Duchinggiri
As per Census 2011, Duchinggiri village has a total population of 28 people, consisting of 14 males and 14 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Duchinggiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Duchinggiri
Duchinggiri 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 Duchinggiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Duchinggiri.
| 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 Duchinggiri 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 Duchinggiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duchinggiri 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 Duchinggiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duchinggiri 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 Duchinggiri
Where is Duchinggiri located?
Duchinggiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Duchinggiri?
The pincode of Duchinggiri is 794005.
What is the population of Duchinggiri?
Duchinggiri has a total population of 28, including 14 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Duchinggiri?
There are 5 households in Duchinggiri.
What is the literacy rate in Duchinggiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duchinggiri is 46.43%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 42.86%.