Doledonga - Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills
Doledonga is a village situated in the Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nongstoin and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doledonga is 276668. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Doledonga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rambrai jyrngam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doledonga
According to the 2011 Census, Doledonga village had a total population of 490 people, including 238 males and 252 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.46%, with male literacy at 90.16% and female literacy at 75.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 490.
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 | 490 | 238 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 238 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 174 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 64 | 97 |
Transport and Connectivity of Doledonga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Doledonga.
| 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 Nongstoin to Doledonga is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doledonga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doledonga 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 Doledonga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doledonga 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 Doledonga
Where is Doledonga located?
Doledonga village is located in Nongstoin Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Doledonga?
The pincode of Doledonga is 793119.
What is the population of Doledonga?
Doledonga had a total population of 490, including 238 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Doledonga?
Doledonga had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doledonga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doledonga was 82.46%. Male literacy was 90.16% and female literacy was 75.24%.