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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upper Darengre
According to the 2011 Census, Upper Darengre village had a total population of 543 people, including 279 males and 264 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.06%, with male literacy at 94.47% and female literacy at 91.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 540.
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 | 543 | 279 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 543, including 279 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Upper Darengre?
Upper Darengre had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Darengre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Darengre was 93.06%. Male literacy was 94.47% and female literacy was 91.59%.