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
As per Census 2011, Dirikgre village has a total population of 194 people, consisting of 90 males and 104 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dirikgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 194 | 90 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 9 | 23 |
| 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 has a total population of 194, including 90 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Dirikgre?
There are 49 households in Dirikgre.
What is the literacy rate in Dirikgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dirikgre is 36.08%. Male literacy is 47.78% and female literacy is 25.96%.