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.
Chijong Akong 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 Chijong Akong
As per Census 2011, Chijong Akong village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 56 males and 55 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chijong Akong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 111, including 56 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Chijong Akong?
There are 19 households in Chijong Akong.
What is the literacy rate in Chijong Akong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chijong Akong is 42.34%. Male literacy is 53.57% and female literacy is 30.91%.