Lower Darengre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Lower Darengre 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 6 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Darengre is 274062. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Darengre
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Darengre village had a total population of 919 people, including 462 males and 457 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.69%, with male literacy at 97.83% and female literacy at 95.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 914.
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 | 919 | 462 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 914 | 459 | 455 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 406 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 56 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Darengre
Lower Darengre 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 Lower Darengre
Lower Darengre 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 Lower Darengre is about 6 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 Lower Darengre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Darengre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Darengre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Darengre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Darengre
Where is Lower Darengre located?
Lower Darengre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Darengre?
The pincode of Lower Darengre is 794005.
What is the population of Lower Darengre?
Lower Darengre had a total population of 919, including 462 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Lower Darengre?
Lower Darengre had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Darengre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Darengre was 96.69%. Male literacy was 97.83% and female literacy was 95.51%.