Darang Boldak - Siju, South Garo Hills
Darang Boldak is a village situated in the Siju subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 92 km from Baghmara and around 92 km from Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darang Boldak is 276022. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darang Boldak
According to the 2011 Census, Darang Boldak village had a total population of 281 people, including 152 males and 129 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.24%, with male literacy at 93.60% and female literacy at 90.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 152 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 142 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 117 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 35 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Darang Boldak
Darang Boldak 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 Darang Boldak
Darang Boldak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Darang Boldak is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darang Boldak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darang Boldak 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 Darang Boldak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darang Boldak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darang Boldak
Where is Darang Boldak located?
Darang Boldak village is located in Siju Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darang Boldak?
The pincode of Darang Boldak is 794102.
What is the population of Darang Boldak?
Darang Boldak had a total population of 281, including 152 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Darang Boldak?
Darang Boldak had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darang Boldak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darang Boldak was 92.24%. Male literacy was 93.60% and female literacy was 90.65%.