Kanchimik - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Kanchimik is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 74 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchimik is 275206. The village falls under the 794108 pincode.
Kanchimik village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchimik
As per Census 2011, Kanchimik village has a total population of 155 people, consisting of 82 males and 73 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchimik are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 44 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchimik
Kanchimik 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 Kanchimik
Public transport in the Kanchimik is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kanchimik is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchimik
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchimik 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 Kanchimik
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchimik 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 Kanchimik
Where is Kanchimik located?
Kanchimik village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kanchimik?
The pincode of Kanchimik is 794108.
What is the population of Kanchimik?
Kanchimik has a total population of 155, including 82 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Kanchimik?
There are 26 households in Kanchimik.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchimik?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchimik is 38.06%. Male literacy is 46.34% and female literacy is 28.77%.