Darechikgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Darechikgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darechikgre is 273582. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Darechikgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darechikgre
According to the 2011 Census, Darechikgre village had a total population of 955 people, including 503 males and 452 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.61%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 74.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 949.
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 | 955 | 503 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 107 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 949 | 499 | 450 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 311 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 192 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Darechikgre
Darechikgre 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 Darechikgre
Darechikgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darechikgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Darechikgre is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darechikgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darechikgre 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 Darechikgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darechikgre 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 Darechikgre
Where is Darechikgre located?
Darechikgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Darechikgre?
The pincode of Darechikgre is 794002.
What is the population of Darechikgre?
Darechikgre had a total population of 955, including 503 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Darechikgre?
Darechikgre had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darechikgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darechikgre was 76.61%. Male literacy was 78.54% and female literacy was 74.52%.