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
As per Census 2011, New Dalchangkona village has a total population of 101 people, consisting of 57 males and 44 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 771 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for New Dalchangkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 101, including 57 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in New Dalchangkona?
There are 22 households in New Dalchangkona.
What is the literacy rate in New Dalchangkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Dalchangkona is 59.41%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 52.27%.