Chachinat - Kharkutta, North Garo Hills
Chachinat is a village situated in the Kharkutta subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Kharkutta and around 136 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chachinat is 275066. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chachinat
According to the 2011 Census, Chachinat village had a total population of 372 people, including 181 males and 191 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.94%, with male literacy at 88.82% and female literacy at 76.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 365.
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 | 372 | 181 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 29 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 179 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 135 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 46 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Chachinat
Chachinat 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 Chachinat
Chachinat 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 5-10 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 Chachinat is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chachinat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chachinat 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 Chachinat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chachinat 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 Chachinat
Where is Chachinat located?
Chachinat village is located in Kharkutta Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chachinat?
The pincode of Chachinat is 794110.
What is the population of Chachinat?
Chachinat had a total population of 372, including 181 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Chachinat?
Chachinat had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chachinat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chachinat was 82.94%. Male literacy was 88.82% and female literacy was 76.87%.