Dirikgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Dirikgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dirikgre is 273439. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Dirikgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dirikgre
According to the 2011 Census, Dirikgre village had a total population of 194 people, including 90 males and 104 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.21%, with male literacy at 53.09% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 194 | 90 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 9 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 87 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 47 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Dirikgre
Dirikgre 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 Dirikgre
Dirikgre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dirikgre is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dirikgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dirikgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dirikgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dirikgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dirikgre
Where is Dirikgre located?
Dirikgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dirikgre?
The pincode of Dirikgre is 794002.
What is the population of Dirikgre?
Dirikgre had a total population of 194, including 90 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Dirikgre?
Dirikgre had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dirikgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dirikgre was 43.21%. Male literacy was 53.09% and female literacy was 33.33%.