Chikal Songma - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Chikal Songma is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikal Songma is 274751. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Chikal Songma 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 Songma
According to the 2011 Census, Chikal Songma village had a total population of 310 people, including 154 males and 156 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.26%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 51.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 306.
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 | 310 | 154 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 153 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 97 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 57 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chikal Songma
Chikal Songma 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 Songma
Chikal Songma 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 >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 Songma is about 101 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 Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikal Songma 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 Songma
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 Songma 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 Songma
Where is Chikal Songma located?
Chikal Songma village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chikal Songma?
The pincode of Chikal Songma is 794110.
What is the population of Chikal Songma?
Chikal Songma had a total population of 310, including 154 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Chikal Songma?
Chikal Songma had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikal Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikal Songma was 64.26%. Male literacy was 76.98% and female literacy was 51.22%.