Dingrapara - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Dingrapara is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingrapara is 273019. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Dingrapara 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 Dingrapara
According to the 2011 Census, Dingrapara village had a total population of 205 people, including 104 males and 101 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.07%, with male literacy at 51.81% and female literacy at 32.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 43 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 61 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Dingrapara
Dingrapara 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 Dingrapara
Dingrapara 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 >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 Dingrapara is about 37 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 Dingrapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingrapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dingrapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingrapara 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 Dingrapara
Where is Dingrapara located?
Dingrapara village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dingrapara?
The pincode of Dingrapara is 794105.
What is the population of Dingrapara?
Dingrapara had a total population of 205, including 104 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Dingrapara?
Dingrapara had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dingrapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingrapara was 42.07%. Male literacy was 51.81% and female literacy was 32.10%.