Cherangre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Cherangre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherangre is 275504. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherangre
According to the 2011 Census, Cherangre village had a total population of 178 people, including 88 males and 90 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.26%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 70.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 32 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Cherangre
Cherangre 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 Cherangre
Public transport in the Cherangre 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 Cherangre is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherangre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherangre 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 Cherangre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherangre 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cherangre
Where is Cherangre located?
Cherangre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Cherangre?
The pincode of Cherangre is 794111.
What is the population of Cherangre?
Cherangre had a total population of 178, including 88 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Cherangre?
Cherangre had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cherangre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherangre was 76.26%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 70.42%.