Dingampara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Dingampara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from Zikzak and around 69 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingampara is 273974. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Dingampara 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 Dingampara
According to the 2011 Census, Dingampara village had a total population of 464 people, including 226 males and 238 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 86.74% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 464.
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 | 464 | 226 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 464 | 226 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 157 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 69 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Dingampara
Dingampara 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 Dingampara
Public transport in the Dingampara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dingampara is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dingampara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingampara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dingampara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingampara 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 Dingampara
Where is Dingampara located?
Dingampara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dingampara?
The pincode of Dingampara is 794106.
What is the population of Dingampara?
Dingampara had a total population of 464, including 226 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Dingampara?
Dingampara had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dingampara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingampara was 76.92%. Male literacy was 86.74% and female literacy was 67.86%.