Lower Darengchigre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Lower Darengchigre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Darengchigre is 273292. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Lower Darengchigre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Darengchigre
As per Census 2011, Lower Darengchigre village has a total population of 223 people, consisting of 104 males and 119 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Darengchigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 104 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 103 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Darengchigre
Lower Darengchigre 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 Lower Darengchigre
Lower Darengchigre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Lower Darengchigre is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Darengchigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Darengchigre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Darengchigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Darengchigre 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 Lower Darengchigre
Where is Lower Darengchigre located?
Lower Darengchigre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Darengchigre?
The pincode of Lower Darengchigre is 794109.
What is the population of Lower Darengchigre?
Lower Darengchigre has a total population of 223, including 104 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Lower Darengchigre?
There are 42 households in Lower Darengchigre.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Darengchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Darengchigre is 61.88%. Male literacy is 63.46% and female literacy is 60.50%.