Darokgiri - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Darokgiri is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darokgiri is 275977. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
Darokgiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darokgiri
According to the 2011 Census, Darokgiri village had a total population of 98 people, including 55 males and 43 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 782 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.94%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 29 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Darokgiri
Darokgiri 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 Darokgiri
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darokgiri.
| 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 Darokgiri is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darokgiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darokgiri 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 Darokgiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darokgiri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darokgiri
Where is Darokgiri located?
Darokgiri village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darokgiri?
The pincode of Darokgiri is 794102.
What is the population of Darokgiri?
Darokgiri had a total population of 98, including 55 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Darokgiri?
Darokgiri had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darokgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darokgiri was 64.94%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 63.16%.