Darugre - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Darugre is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darugre is 273879. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darugre
According to the 2011 Census, Darugre village had a total population of 660 people, including 333 males and 327 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.86%, with male literacy at 69.26% and female literacy at 76.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 656.
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 | 660 | 333 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 656 | 332 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 187 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 146 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Darugre
Darugre 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 Darugre
Darugre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Darugre is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darugre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darugre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darugre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darugre 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darugre
Where is Darugre located?
Darugre village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darugre?
The pincode of Darugre is 794115.
What is the population of Darugre?
Darugre had a total population of 660, including 333 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Darugre?
Darugre had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darugre was 72.86%. Male literacy was 69.26% and female literacy was 76.49%.