Dorgapara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Dorgapara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dorgapara is 273982. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Dorgapara 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 Dorgapara
According to the 2011 Census, Dorgapara village had a total population of 588 people, including 303 males and 285 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.06%, with male literacy at 91.80% and female literacy at 88.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 539.
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 | 588 | 303 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 260 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 235 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 68 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Dorgapara
Dorgapara 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 Dorgapara
Dorgapara 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 Dorgapara 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 Dorgapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dorgapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dorgapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dorgapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dorgapara
Where is Dorgapara located?
Dorgapara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dorgapara?
The pincode of Dorgapara is 794106.
What is the population of Dorgapara?
Dorgapara had a total population of 588, including 303 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Dorgapara?
Dorgapara had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dorgapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dorgapara was 90.06%. Male literacy was 91.80% and female literacy was 88.19%.