Anchigre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Anchigre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anchigre is 275521. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Anchigre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anchigre
According to the 2011 Census, Anchigre village had a total population of 79 people, including 40 males and 39 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.18%, with male literacy at 63.89% and female literacy at 64.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 17 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Anchigre
Anchigre 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 Anchigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Anchigre.
| 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 Baghmara to Anchigre is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anchigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anchigre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Anchigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anchigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anchigre
Where is Anchigre located?
Anchigre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Anchigre?
The pincode of Anchigre is 794005.
What is the population of Anchigre?
Anchigre had a total population of 79, including 40 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Anchigre?
Anchigre had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anchigre was 64.18%. Male literacy was 63.89% and female literacy was 64.52%.