Chichra Apal - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Chichra Apal is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichra Apal is 274824. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Chichra Apal 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 Chichra Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Chichra Apal village had a total population of 179 people, including 96 males and 83 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 49.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 66 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 30 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Chichra Apal
Chichra Apal 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 Chichra Apal
Chichra Apal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chichra Apal is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichra Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichra Apal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chichra Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichra Apal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chichra Apal
Where is Chichra Apal located?
Chichra Apal village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chichra Apal?
The pincode of Chichra Apal is 794110.
What is the population of Chichra Apal?
Chichra Apal had a total population of 179, including 96 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Chichra Apal?
Chichra Apal had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichra Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichra Apal was 66.67%. Male literacy was 80.49% and female literacy was 49.23%.