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.
Lower Darengre 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 Lower Darengre
As per Census 2011, Lower Darengre village has a total population of 919 people, consisting of 462 males and 457 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 789 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 914 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Darengre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 462 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| 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 has a total population of 919, including 462 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Lower Darengre?
There are 154 households in Lower Darengre.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Darengre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Darengre is 85.85%. Male literacy is 87.88% and female literacy is 83.81%.