Chitil Apal - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Chitil Apal is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitil Apal is 274791. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Chitil Apal 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 Chitil Apal
As per Census 2011, Chitil Apal village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 177 males and 207 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,169 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitil Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 177 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 176 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 79 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Chitil Apal
Chitil Apal 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 Chitil Apal
Chitil Apal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chitil Apal is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitil Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitil Apal 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 Chitil Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitil Apal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitil Apal
Where is Chitil Apal located?
Chitil Apal village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chitil Apal?
The pincode of Chitil Apal is 794110.
What is the population of Chitil Apal?
Chitil Apal has a total population of 384, including 177 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Chitil Apal?
There are 72 households in Chitil Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Chitil Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitil Apal is 47.66%. Male literacy is 55.37% and female literacy is 41.06%.