Danganatong - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Danganatong is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danganatong is 273966. 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 Danganatong
According to the 2011 Census, Danganatong village had a total population of 127 people, including 67 males and 60 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 64.15% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 33 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Danganatong
Danganatong 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 Danganatong
Public transport in the Danganatong 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 Danganatong 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 Danganatong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danganatong 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Danganatong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danganatong 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 Danganatong
Where is Danganatong located?
Danganatong village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Danganatong?
The pincode of Danganatong is 794115.
What is the population of Danganatong?
Danganatong had a total population of 127, including 67 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Danganatong?
Danganatong had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danganatong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danganatong was 62.24%. Male literacy was 64.15% and female literacy was 60.00%.