Upper Darenchigre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Upper Darenchigre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 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 Upper Darenchigre is 273293. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Upper Darenchigre 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 Upper Darenchigre
According to the 2011 Census, Upper Darenchigre village had a total population of 170 people, including 82 males and 88 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.61%, with male literacy at 90.77% and female literacy at 80.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 170 | 82 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 23 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Darenchigre
Upper Darenchigre 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 Upper Darenchigre
Public transport in the Upper Darenchigre 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 Upper Darenchigre 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 Upper Darenchigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Darenchigre 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 Upper Darenchigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Darenchigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Darenchigre
Where is Upper Darenchigre located?
Upper Darenchigre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Darenchigre?
The pincode of Upper Darenchigre is 794109.
What is the population of Upper Darenchigre?
Upper Darenchigre had a total population of 170, including 82 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Upper Darenchigre?
Upper Darenchigre had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Darenchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Darenchigre was 85.61%. Male literacy was 90.77% and female literacy was 80.60%.