Cheran Alda - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Cheran Alda is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheran Alda is 274764. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Cheran Alda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheran Alda
According to the 2011 Census, Cheran Alda village had a total population of 234 people, including 111 males and 123 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.40%, with male literacy at 57.32% and female literacy at 34.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 234 | 111 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 110 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 47 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 64 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Cheran Alda
Cheran Alda 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 Cheran Alda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Cheran Alda.
| 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 Williamnagar to Cheran Alda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheran Alda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheran Alda 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 Cheran Alda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheran Alda 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 Cheran Alda
Where is Cheran Alda located?
Cheran Alda village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Cheran Alda?
The pincode of Cheran Alda is 794110.
What is the population of Cheran Alda?
Cheran Alda had a total population of 234, including 111 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Cheran Alda?
Cheran Alda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheran Alda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheran Alda was 45.40%. Male literacy was 57.32% and female literacy was 34.78%.