Dirang

Dirang is a village located in Ranikor subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Ranikor (tehsildar office) and 148km 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 277170. Ranikor 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 297 145 152
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5 2 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 293 143 150
Literate Population 231 114 117
Illiterate Population 66 31 35

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

  • The total population of Dirang village is around 297, including approximately 145 males and 152 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 5 children aged 0–6 years in Dirang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dirang village has 293 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dirang village is about 77.78%, with male literacy at 78.62% and female literacy at 76.97%.
  • There are around 75 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 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.

Rilang Arphewsan Mile Kensohsan Shnongkalong Mawphuli Photeitsim Pyndenlaru Thangrai Nongkdait Nongkdait Nongtwah Mawendeng

Frequently Asked Questions about Dirang

Where is Dirang located?
Dirang village is situated in Ranikor Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dirang?
The pincode of Dirang is 793106, 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 297, with 145 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Dirang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dirang village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dirang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dirang is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.62%, while the female literacy rate is 76.97%.