Dhoromchas - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Dhoromchas is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoromchas is 273980. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Dhoromchas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhoromchas
According to the 2011 Census, Dhoromchas village had a total population of 629 people, including 309 males and 320 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.15%, with male literacy at 85.34% and female literacy at 74.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 618.
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 | 629 | 309 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 43 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 301 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 227 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 82 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoromchas
Dhoromchas 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 Dhoromchas
Dhoromchas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Dhoromchas 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 Dhoromchas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoromchas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhoromchas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoromchas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhoromchas
Where is Dhoromchas located?
Dhoromchas village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dhoromchas?
The pincode of Dhoromchas is 794106.
What is the population of Dhoromchas?
Dhoromchas had a total population of 629, including 309 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Dhoromchas?
Dhoromchas had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoromchas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoromchas was 80.15%. Male literacy was 85.34% and female literacy was 74.81%.