Chima Apal - Kharkutta, North Garo Hills
Chima Apal is a village situated in the Kharkutta subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from Kharkutta and around 92 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chima Apal is 274944. 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 Chima Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Chima Apal village had a total population of 463 people, including 234 males and 229 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.60%, with male literacy at 92.71% and female literacy at 90.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 462.
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 | 463 | 234 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 233 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 178 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 56 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Chima Apal
Chima Apal 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 Chima Apal
Public transport in the Chima Apal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Chima Apal is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chima Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chima Apal 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 Chima Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chima Apal 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 Chima Apal
Where is Chima Apal located?
Chima Apal village is located in Kharkutta Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chima Apal?
The pincode of Chima Apal is 794110.
What is the population of Chima Apal?
Chima Apal had a total population of 463, including 234 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Chima Apal?
Chima Apal had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chima Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chima Apal was 91.60%. Male literacy was 92.71% and female literacy was 90.55%.