Dingkajhora - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Dingkajhora 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 49 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingkajhora is 274347. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Dingkajhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dingkajhora
As per Census 2011, Dingkajhora village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 235 males and 242 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dingkajhora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 235 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 233 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 104 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Dingkajhora
Dingkajhora 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 Dingkajhora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dingkajhora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Dingkajhora is about 49 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 Dingkajhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingkajhora 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 Dingkajhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingkajhora 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dingkajhora
Where is Dingkajhora located?
Dingkajhora village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dingkajhora?
The pincode of Dingkajhora is 794103.
What is the population of Dingkajhora?
Dingkajhora has a total population of 477, including 235 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Dingkajhora?
There are 87 households in Dingkajhora.
What is the literacy rate in Dingkajhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingkajhora is 52.41%. Male literacy is 55.74% and female literacy is 49.17%.