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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchimik
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchimik village had a total population of 155 people, including 82 males and 73 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.58%, with male literacy at 57.58% and female literacy at 39.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 155, including 82 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Kanchimik?
Kanchimik had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchimik?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchimik was 49.58%. Male literacy was 57.58% and female literacy was 39.62%.