Durabanda Chambugong - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Durabanda Chambugong 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 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durabanda Chambugong is 275519. 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 Chambugong
According to the 2011 Census, Durabanda Chambugong village had a total population of 281 people, including 142 males and 139 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.39%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 84.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 281 | 142 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 50 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 99 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 43 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Durabanda Chambugong
Durabanda Chambugong 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 Chambugong
Durabanda Chambugong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chambugong is about 64 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 Durabanda Chambugong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durabanda Chambugong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durabanda Chambugong
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 Chambugong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durabanda Chambugong
Where is Durabanda Chambugong located?
Durabanda Chambugong village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Durabanda Chambugong?
The pincode of Durabanda Chambugong is 794005.
What is the population of Durabanda Chambugong?
Durabanda Chambugong had a total population of 281, including 142 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Durabanda Chambugong?
Durabanda Chambugong had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durabanda Chambugong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durabanda Chambugong was 87.39%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 84.82%.