Chonggigre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Chonggigre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chonggigre is 275433. 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 Chonggigre
According to the 2011 Census, Chonggigre village had a total population of 67 people, including 39 males and 28 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 718 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chonggigre
Chonggigre 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 Chonggigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chonggigre.
| 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 Chonggigre is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chonggigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chonggigre 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 Chonggigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chonggigre 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 Chonggigre
Where is Chonggigre located?
Chonggigre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chonggigre?
The pincode of Chonggigre is 794111.
What is the population of Chonggigre?
Chonggigre had a total population of 67, including 39 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Chonggigre?
Chonggigre had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chonggigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chonggigre was 73.68%. Male literacy was 77.42% and female literacy was 69.23%.