Dugalgre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Dugalgre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugalgre is 273145. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Dugalgre village had a total population of 305 people, including 152 males and 153 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.15%, with male literacy at 47.32% and female literacy at 35.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 302.
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 | 305 | 152 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 150 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 99 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Dugalgre
Dugalgre 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 Dugalgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dugalgre.
| 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 Dugalgre is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugalgre 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 Dugalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugalgre 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 Dugalgre
Where is Dugalgre located?
Dugalgre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dugalgre?
The pincode of Dugalgre is 794003.
What is the population of Dugalgre?
Dugalgre had a total population of 305, including 152 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Dugalgre?
Dugalgre had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugalgre was 41.15%. Male literacy was 47.32% and female literacy was 35.09%.