Durabanda Agitok - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Durabanda Agitok is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durabanda Agitok is 275517. 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 Durabanda Agitok
According to the 2011 Census, Durabanda Agitok village had a total population of 401 people, including 224 males and 177 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.46%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 68.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 396.
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 | 401 | 224 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 220 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 139 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 85 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Durabanda Agitok
Durabanda Agitok 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 Durabanda Agitok
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Durabanda Agitok.
| 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 Durabanda Agitok is about 68 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 Durabanda Agitok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durabanda Agitok 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 Durabanda Agitok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durabanda Agitok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durabanda Agitok
Where is Durabanda Agitok located?
Durabanda Agitok village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Durabanda Agitok?
The pincode of Durabanda Agitok is 794005.
What is the population of Durabanda Agitok?
Durabanda Agitok had a total population of 401, including 224 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Durabanda Agitok?
Durabanda Agitok had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durabanda Agitok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durabanda Agitok was 73.46%. Male literacy was 77.65% and female literacy was 68.28%.