Darigre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Darigre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darigre is 273232. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Darigre 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 Darigre
According to the 2011 Census, Darigre village had a total population of 174 people, including 82 males and 92 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.94%, with male literacy at 51.67% and female literacy at 31.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 174 | 82 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 75 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 51 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Darigre
Darigre 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 Darigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darigre.
| 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 Darigre is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darigre 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 Darigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darigre 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 Darigre
Where is Darigre located?
Darigre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darigre?
The pincode of Darigre is 794003.
What is the population of Darigre?
Darigre had a total population of 174, including 82 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Darigre?
Darigre had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darigre was 40.94%. Male literacy was 51.67% and female literacy was 31.34%.