New Dengasi - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
New 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 25 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Dengasi is 273102. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of New Dengasi
According to the 2011 Census, New Dengasi village had a total population of 238 people, including 130 males and 108 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.34%, with male literacy at 91.82% and female literacy at 88.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 238 | 130 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 126 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 101 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 29 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of New Dengasi
New 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 New Dengasi
New 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to New Dengasi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Dengasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New 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 New 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 New 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 New Dengasi
Where is New Dengasi located?
New Dengasi village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Dengasi?
The pincode of New Dengasi is 794105.
What is the population of New Dengasi?
New Dengasi had a total population of 238, including 130 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in New Dengasi?
New Dengasi had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Dengasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Dengasi was 90.34%. Male literacy was 91.82% and female literacy was 88.66%.