Damal Asim - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Damal Asim is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damal Asim is 273235. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Damal Asim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damal Asim
According to the 2011 Census, Damal Asim village had a total population of 236 people, including 123 males and 113 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.72%, with male literacy at 92.93% and female literacy at 84.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 236 | 123 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 123 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 31 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Damal Asim
Damal Asim 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 Damal Asim
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Damal Asim.
| 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 Damal Asim is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damal Asim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damal Asim 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Damal Asim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damal Asim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damal Asim
Where is Damal Asim located?
Damal Asim village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Damal Asim?
The pincode of Damal Asim is 794003.
What is the population of Damal Asim?
Damal Asim had a total population of 236, including 123 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Damal Asim?
Damal Asim had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damal Asim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damal Asim was 88.72%. Male literacy was 92.93% and female literacy was 84.38%.