Darang Chiga - Siju, South Garo Hills
Darang Chiga 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 Chiga is 276023. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
Darang Chiga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darang Chiga
As per Census 2011, Darang Chiga village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 53 males and 70 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,320 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darang Chiga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 53 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 52 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 17 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Darang Chiga
Darang Chiga 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 Chiga
Darang Chiga 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 Chiga 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 Chiga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darang Chiga 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 Chiga
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 Chiga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darang Chiga
Where is Darang Chiga located?
Darang Chiga village is located in Siju Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darang Chiga?
The pincode of Darang Chiga is 794102.
What is the population of Darang Chiga?
Darang Chiga has a total population of 123, including 53 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Darang Chiga?
There are 20 households in Darang Chiga.
What is the literacy rate in Darang Chiga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darang Chiga is 60.98%. Male literacy is 67.92% and female literacy is 55.71%.