Deosali - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Deosali is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deosali is 273402. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deosali
According to the 2011 Census, Deosali village had a total population of 353 people, including 178 males and 175 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 86.09% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
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 | 353 | 178 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 166 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 130 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 48 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Deosali
Deosali 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 Deosali
Deosali 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Deosali is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deosali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deosali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deosali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deosali 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 Deosali
Where is Deosali located?
Deosali village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Deosali?
The pincode of Deosali is 794109.
What is the population of Deosali?
Deosali had a total population of 353, including 178 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Deosali?
Deosali had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deosali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deosali was 86.80%. Male literacy was 86.09% and female literacy was 87.50%.