Darong-Adu - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Darong-Adu is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 38 km from Dalu and around 52 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darong-Adu is 274217. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Darong-Adu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darong-Adu
According to the 2011 Census, Darong-Adu village had a total population of 744 people, including 369 males and 375 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.97%, with male literacy at 95.02% and female literacy at 89.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 719.
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 | 744 | 369 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 719 | 354 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 286 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 83 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Darong-Adu
Darong-Adu 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 Darong-Adu
Darong-Adu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Tura to Darong-Adu 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 Darong-Adu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darong-Adu 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 Darong-Adu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darong-Adu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darong-Adu
Where is Darong-Adu located?
Darong-Adu village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darong-Adu?
The pincode of Darong-Adu is 794103.
What is the population of Darong-Adu?
Darong-Adu had a total population of 744, including 369 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Darong-Adu?
Darong-Adu had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darong-Adu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darong-Adu was 91.97%. Male literacy was 95.02% and female literacy was 89.00%.