Durigre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Durigre 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 57 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durigre is 273137. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durigre
According to the 2011 Census, Durigre village had a total population of 135 people, including 74 males and 61 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 41 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Durigre
Durigre 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 Durigre
Durigre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Durigre is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durigre 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 Durigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durigre 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 Durigre
Where is Durigre located?
Durigre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Durigre?
The pincode of Durigre is 794104.
What is the population of Durigre?
Durigre had a total population of 135, including 74 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Durigre?
Durigre had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durigre was 61.54%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 65.96%.