New Dalchangkona - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
New Dalchangkona is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Dalchangkona is 273270. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
New Dalchangkona 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 New Dalchangkona
According to the 2011 Census, New Dalchangkona village had a total population of 101 people, including 57 males and 44 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 772 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.29%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 62.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 37 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 20 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of New Dalchangkona
New Dalchangkona 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 New Dalchangkona
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the New Dalchangkona.
| 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 New Dalchangkona is about 87 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 New Dalchangkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Dalchangkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in New Dalchangkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Dalchangkona 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 New Dalchangkona
Where is New Dalchangkona located?
New Dalchangkona village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Dalchangkona?
The pincode of New Dalchangkona is 794109.
What is the population of New Dalchangkona?
New Dalchangkona had a total population of 101, including 57 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in New Dalchangkona?
New Dalchangkona had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Dalchangkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Dalchangkona was 72.29%. Male literacy was 80.43% and female literacy was 62.16%.