Darekgre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Darekgre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darekgre is 273186. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Darekgre 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 Darekgre
According to the 2011 Census, Darekgre village had a total population of 221 people, including 115 males and 106 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.42%, with male literacy at 57.47% and female literacy at 24.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 221 | 115 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 115 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 50 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 65 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Darekgre
Darekgre 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 Darekgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darekgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Darekgre is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darekgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darekgre 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 Darekgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darekgre 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 Darekgre
Where is Darekgre located?
Darekgre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darekgre?
The pincode of Darekgre is 794003.
What is the population of Darekgre?
Darekgre had a total population of 221, including 115 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Darekgre?
Darekgre had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darekgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darekgre was 41.42%. Male literacy was 57.47% and female literacy was 24.39%.