Chijong Akong - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Chijong Akong 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 66 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chijong Akong is 274881. 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 Chijong Akong
According to the 2011 Census, Chijong Akong village had a total population of 111 people, including 56 males and 55 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.32%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 38.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 26 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Chijong Akong
Chijong Akong 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 Chijong Akong
Chijong Akong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chijong Akong is about 66 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 Chijong Akong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chijong Akong 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 Chijong Akong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chijong Akong 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 Chijong Akong
Where is Chijong Akong located?
Chijong Akong village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chijong Akong?
The pincode of Chijong Akong is 794110.
What is the population of Chijong Akong?
Chijong Akong had a total population of 111, including 56 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Chijong Akong?
Chijong Akong had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chijong Akong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chijong Akong was 57.32%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 38.64%.