Upper Darengre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Upper 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 7 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Darengre is 274061. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Upper 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 Upper Darengre
As per Census 2011, Upper Darengre village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 279 males and 264 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Darengre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 279 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 540 | 277 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 222 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 57 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Darengre
Upper 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 Upper Darengre
Upper Darengre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Upper Darengre is about 7 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 Upper Darengre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Darengre 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Upper 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 Upper Darengre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Darengre
Where is Upper Darengre located?
Upper Darengre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Darengre?
The pincode of Upper Darengre is 794005.
What is the population of Upper Darengre?
Upper Darengre has a total population of 543, including 279 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Upper Darengre?
There are 90 households in Upper Darengre.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Darengre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Darengre is 79.01%. Male literacy is 79.57% and female literacy is 78.41%.