Adugachol - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Adugachol is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adugachol is 274348. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adugachol
According to the 2011 Census, Adugachol village had a total population of 145 people, including 73 males and 72 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.94%, with male literacy at 77.19% and female literacy at 65.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 29 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Adugachol
Adugachol 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 Adugachol
Public transport in the Adugachol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Adugachol is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adugachol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adugachol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Adugachol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adugachol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Adugachol
Where is Adugachol located?
Adugachol village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Adugachol?
The pincode of Adugachol is 794103.
What is the population of Adugachol?
Adugachol had a total population of 145, including 73 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Adugachol?
Adugachol had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adugachol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adugachol was 70.94%. Male literacy was 77.19% and female literacy was 65.00%.