Dengasi - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Dengasi is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from Selsella and around 28 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dengasi is 273101. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Dengasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dengasi
As per Census 2011, Dengasi village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 180 males and 196 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dengasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 180 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 179 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 130 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 50 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dengasi
Dengasi 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 Dengasi
Dengasi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Dengasi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dengasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dengasi 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 Dengasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dengasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dengasi
Where is Dengasi located?
Dengasi village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dengasi?
The pincode of Dengasi is 794105.
What is the population of Dengasi?
Dengasi has a total population of 376, including 180 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Dengasi?
There are 65 households in Dengasi.
What is the literacy rate in Dengasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dengasi is 70.74%. Male literacy is 72.22% and female literacy is 69.39%.