Damjongnokat - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Damjongnokat is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damjongnokat is 273000. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Damjongnokat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Damjongnokat
According to the 2011 Census, Damjongnokat village had a total population of 75 people, including 40 males and 35 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.85%, with male literacy at 62.96% and female literacy at 40.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Damjongnokat
Damjongnokat 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 Damjongnokat
Damjongnokat 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Damjongnokat is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damjongnokat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damjongnokat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damjongnokat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damjongnokat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damjongnokat
Where is Damjongnokat located?
Damjongnokat village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Damjongnokat?
The pincode of Damjongnokat is 794105.
What is the population of Damjongnokat?
Damjongnokat had a total population of 75, including 40 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Damjongnokat?
Damjongnokat had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damjongnokat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damjongnokat was 51.85%. Male literacy was 62.96% and female literacy was 40.74%.