Chinabat - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Chinabat is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinabat is 275258. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinabat
According to the 2011 Census, Chinabat village had a total population of 256 people, including 133 males and 123 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.21%, with male literacy at 42.31% and female literacy at 15.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 131 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 44 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 89 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Chinabat
Chinabat 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 Chinabat
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chinabat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chinabat is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinabat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinabat 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 Chinabat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinabat 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chinabat
Where is Chinabat located?
Chinabat village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chinabat?
The pincode of Chinabat is 794111.
What is the population of Chinabat?
Chinabat had a total population of 256, including 133 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Chinabat?
Chinabat had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinabat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinabat was 29.21%. Male literacy was 42.31% and female literacy was 15.31%.