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.
Dufrigaon 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 Dufrigaon
As per Census 2011, Dufrigaon village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 139 males and 110 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 791 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dufrigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 249, including 139 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Dufrigaon?
There are 58 households in Dufrigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dufrigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dufrigaon is 77.91%. Male literacy is 79.86% and female literacy is 75.45%.