Silchanggittim - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Silchanggittim is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silchanggittim is 274913. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Silchanggittim 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 Silchanggittim
As per Census 2011, Silchanggittim village has a total population of 709 people, consisting of 375 males and 334 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 705 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silchanggittim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 709 | 375 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 87 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 705 | 372 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 182 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 193 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Silchanggittim
Silchanggittim 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 Silchanggittim
Silchanggittim is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Silchanggittim is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silchanggittim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silchanggittim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silchanggittim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silchanggittim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silchanggittim
Where is Silchanggittim located?
Silchanggittim village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Silchanggittim?
The pincode of Silchanggittim is 794110.
What is the population of Silchanggittim?
Silchanggittim has a total population of 709, including 375 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Silchanggittim?
There are 118 households in Silchanggittim.
What is the literacy rate in Silchanggittim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silchanggittim is 41.61%. Male literacy is 48.53% and female literacy is 33.83%.