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
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Darengchigre village had a total population of 223 people, including 104 males and 119 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.82%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 74.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 223 | 104 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 223, including 104 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Lower Darengchigre?
Lower Darengchigre had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Darengchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Darengchigre was 75.82%. Male literacy was 77.65% and female literacy was 74.23%.