Dichinggre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Dichinggre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dichinggre is 273221. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Dichinggre 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 Dichinggre
According to the 2011 Census, Dichinggre village had a total population of 184 people, including 91 males and 93 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 73.24% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Dichinggre
Dichinggre 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 Dichinggre
Public transport in the Dichinggre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dichinggre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Dichinggre is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dichinggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dichinggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dichinggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dichinggre 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dichinggre
Where is Dichinggre located?
Dichinggre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dichinggre?
The pincode of Dichinggre is 794003.
What is the population of Dichinggre?
Dichinggre had a total population of 184, including 91 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Dichinggre?
Dichinggre had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dichinggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dichinggre was 64.38%. Male literacy was 73.24% and female literacy was 56.00%.