Daren Agal - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Daren Agal is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daren Agal is 274060. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Daren Agal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daren Agal
According to the 2011 Census, Daren Agal village had a total population of 438 people, including 209 males and 229 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.57%, with male literacy at 89.35% and female literacy at 86.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 420.
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 | 438 | 209 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 200 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 151 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Daren Agal
Daren Agal 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 Daren Agal
Daren Agal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Daren Agal is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daren Agal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daren Agal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daren Agal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daren Agal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daren Agal
Where is Daren Agal located?
Daren Agal village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Daren Agal?
The pincode of Daren Agal is 794005.
What is the population of Daren Agal?
Daren Agal had a total population of 438, including 209 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Daren Agal?
Daren Agal had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daren Agal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daren Agal was 87.57%. Male literacy was 89.35% and female literacy was 86.07%.