Chikal Dawa - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Chikal Dawa is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikal Dawa is 274747. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Chikal Dawa 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 Chikal Dawa
According to the 2011 Census, Chikal Dawa village had a total population of 127 people, including 60 males and 67 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 19 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Chikal Dawa
Chikal Dawa 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 Chikal Dawa
Chikal Dawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chikal Dawa is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikal Dawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikal Dawa 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 Chikal Dawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikal Dawa 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 Chikal Dawa
Where is Chikal Dawa located?
Chikal Dawa village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chikal Dawa?
The pincode of Chikal Dawa is 794110.
What is the population of Chikal Dawa?
Chikal Dawa had a total population of 127, including 60 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Chikal Dawa?
Chikal Dawa had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikal Dawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikal Dawa was 84.21%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 81.25%.