Dobakol - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Dobakol is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobakol is 276263. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dobakol
According to the 2011 Census, Dobakol village had a total population of 221 people, including 109 males and 112 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.16%, with male literacy at 82.80% and female literacy at 81.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 221 | 109 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dobakol
Dobakol 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 Dobakol
Public transport in the Dobakol is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dobakol is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dobakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobakol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dobakol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobakol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dobakol
Where is Dobakol located?
Dobakol village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dobakol?
The pincode of Dobakol is 794114.
What is the population of Dobakol?
Dobakol had a total population of 221, including 109 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Dobakol?
Dobakol had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dobakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobakol was 82.16%. Male literacy was 82.80% and female literacy was 81.52%.