Chigro Agal - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Chigro Agal is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chigro Agal is 274851. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Chigro Agal 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 Chigro Agal
According to the 2011 Census, Chigro Agal village had a total population of 254 people, including 127 males and 127 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.44%, with male literacy at 49.06% and female literacy at 26.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 124 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 52 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 75 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Chigro Agal
Chigro Agal 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 Chigro Agal
Chigro Agal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Chigro Agal is about 68 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 Chigro Agal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chigro Agal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chigro Agal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chigro Agal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chigro Agal
Where is Chigro Agal located?
Chigro Agal village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chigro Agal?
The pincode of Chigro Agal is 794110.
What is the population of Chigro Agal?
Chigro Agal had a total population of 254, including 127 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Chigro Agal?
Chigro Agal had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chigro Agal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chigro Agal was 37.44%. Male literacy was 49.06% and female literacy was 26.55%.