Dufrigaon - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Dufrigaon is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from Zikzak and around 54 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dufrigaon is 273830. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dufrigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dufrigaon village had a total population of 249 people, including 139 males and 110 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 791 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.84%, with male literacy at 90.24% and female literacy at 80.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 111 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dufrigaon
Dufrigaon 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 Dufrigaon
Dufrigaon 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dufrigaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dufrigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dufrigaon 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 Dufrigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dufrigaon 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 Dufrigaon
Where is Dufrigaon located?
Dufrigaon village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dufrigaon?
The pincode of Dufrigaon is 794115.
What is the population of Dufrigaon?
Dufrigaon had a total population of 249, including 139 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Dufrigaon?
Dufrigaon had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dufrigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dufrigaon was 85.84%. Male literacy was 90.24% and female literacy was 80.58%.