Dolwakgre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Dolwakgre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolwakgre is 273163. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Dolwakgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolwakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Dolwakgre village had a total population of 388 people, including 195 males and 193 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.16%, with male literacy at 72.90% and female literacy at 57.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 386.
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 | 388 | 195 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 194 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 113 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 82 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Dolwakgre
Dolwakgre 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 Dolwakgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dolwakgre.
| 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 Dolwakgre is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolwakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolwakgre 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 Dolwakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolwakgre 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 Dolwakgre
Where is Dolwakgre located?
Dolwakgre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dolwakgre?
The pincode of Dolwakgre is 794103.
What is the population of Dolwakgre?
Dolwakgre had a total population of 388, including 195 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Dolwakgre?
Dolwakgre had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dolwakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolwakgre was 65.16%. Male literacy was 72.90% and female literacy was 57.42%.