Chigisin - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Chigisin is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chigisin is 274920. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chigisin
According to the 2011 Census, Chigisin village had a total population of 306 people, including 169 males and 137 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.46%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 77.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 306 | 169 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 168 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 132 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 37 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Chigisin
Chigisin 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 Chigisin
Public transport in the Chigisin is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Chigisin is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chigisin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chigisin 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 Chigisin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chigisin 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 Chigisin
Where is Chigisin located?
Chigisin village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chigisin?
The pincode of Chigisin is 794110.
What is the population of Chigisin?
Chigisin had a total population of 306, including 169 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Chigisin?
Chigisin had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chigisin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chigisin was 79.46%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 77.04%.