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
As per Census 2011, Dorgapara village has a total population of 588 people, consisting of 303 males and 285 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 539 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dorgapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 303 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 588, including 303 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Dorgapara?
There are 90 households in Dorgapara.
What is the literacy rate in Dorgapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dorgapara is 75.51%. Male literacy is 77.56% and female literacy is 73.33%.