Chigro Songgital - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Chigro Songgital 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 64 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chigro Songgital is 274854. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Chigro Songgital 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 Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Chigro Songgital village had a total population of 72 people, including 41 males and 31 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 756 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.93%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 88.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Chigro Songgital
Chigro Songgital 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 Songgital
Public transport in the Chigro Songgital 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 5-10 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 Songgital is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chigro Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chigro Songgital 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 Chigro Songgital
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 Songgital 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chigro Songgital
Where is Chigro Songgital located?
Chigro Songgital village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chigro Songgital?
The pincode of Chigro Songgital is 794110.
What is the population of Chigro Songgital?
Chigro Songgital had a total population of 72, including 41 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Chigro Songgital?
Chigro Songgital had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chigro Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chigro Songgital was 87.93%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 88.00%.