Durakalakgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Durakalakgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durakalakgre is 273577. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Durakalakgre 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 Durakalakgre
As per Census 2011, Durakalakgre village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 155 males and 139 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durakalakgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 151 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 107 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 48 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Durakalakgre
Durakalakgre 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 Durakalakgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Durakalakgre.
| 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 Durakalakgre is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durakalakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durakalakgre 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 Durakalakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durakalakgre 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 Durakalakgre
Where is Durakalakgre located?
Durakalakgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Durakalakgre?
The pincode of Durakalakgre is 794002.
What is the population of Durakalakgre?
Durakalakgre has a total population of 294, including 155 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Durakalakgre?
There are 51 households in Durakalakgre.
What is the literacy rate in Durakalakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durakalakgre is 66.67%. Male literacy is 69.03% and female literacy is 64.03%.