Dosagiri - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Dosagiri is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dosagiri is 274158. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Dosagiri 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 Dosagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Dosagiri village had a total population of 311 people, including 170 males and 141 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.54%, with male literacy at 65.38% and female literacy at 45.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
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 | 311 | 170 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 170 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 85 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 85 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Dosagiri
Dosagiri 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 Dosagiri
Public transport in the Dosagiri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dosagiri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dosagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dosagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dosagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dosagiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dosagiri
Where is Dosagiri located?
Dosagiri village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dosagiri?
The pincode of Dosagiri is 794005.
What is the population of Dosagiri?
Dosagiri had a total population of 311, including 170 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dosagiri?
Dosagiri had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dosagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dosagiri was 56.54%. Male literacy was 65.38% and female literacy was 45.79%.