Chiokgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Chiokgre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 1 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiokgre is 275499. 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 Chiokgre
According to the 2011 Census, Chiokgre village had a total population of 540 people, including 274 males and 266 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 73.24% and female literacy at 77.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 539.
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 | 540 | 274 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 273 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 156 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 118 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chiokgre
Chiokgre 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 Chiokgre
Chiokgre 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 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 Chiokgre is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiokgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiokgre 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 Chiokgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiokgre 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 Chiokgre
Where is Chiokgre located?
Chiokgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chiokgre?
The pincode of Chiokgre is 794111.
What is the population of Chiokgre?
Chiokgre had a total population of 540, including 274 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Chiokgre?
Chiokgre had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiokgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiokgre was 75.29%. Male literacy was 73.24% and female literacy was 77.23%.