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
As per Census 2011, Darigre village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 82 males and 92 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 82 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| 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 has a total population of 174, including 82 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Darigre?
There are 35 households in Darigre.
What is the literacy rate in Darigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darigre is 29.89%. Male literacy is 37.80% and female literacy is 22.83%.