Dirang

Dirang is a village located in Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nongstoin (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Dirang has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dirang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dirang is 276739. Nongstoin is nearest town to Dirang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dirang

Below is a concise population overview of Dirang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 129 65 64
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 16 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 129 65 64
Literate Population 78 38 40
Illiterate Population 51 27 24

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dirang village:

  • The total population of Dirang village is around 129, including approximately 65 males and 64 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Dirang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dirang village has 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dirang village is about 60.47%, with male literacy at 58.46% and female literacy at 62.50%.
  • There are around 21 households in Dirang village.

Connectivity of Dirang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dirang. As per the 2011 stats, Dirang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dirang

Knowing the nearby villages of Dirang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dirang.

Nongkenbah Nongkdait Mawphansyiar Mawsiangbah Domshohksoin Umlongpung Diskiang Pungsior Patharkhadoh Ramsngiwar Umsumbah Shiahtangbah

Frequently Asked Questions about Dirang

Where is Dirang located?
Dirang village is situated in Nongstoin Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dirang?
The pincode of Dirang is 793119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dirang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dirang is 129, with 65 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Dirang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dirang village has a total of 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dirang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dirang is 60.47%. The male literacy rate is 58.46%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.