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
As per Census 2011, Chichra Apal village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 96 males and 83 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichra Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| 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 has a total population of 179, including 96 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Chichra Apal?
There are 30 households in Chichra Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Chichra Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichra Apal is 54.75%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 38.55%.