Chigitchakgiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Chigitchakgiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chigitchakgiri is 275804. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Chigitchakgiri 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 Chigitchakgiri
As per Census 2011, Chigitchakgiri village has a total population of 55 people, consisting of 31 males and 24 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 774 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chigitchakgiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Chigitchakgiri
Chigitchakgiri 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 Chigitchakgiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chigitchakgiri.
| 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 Chigitchakgiri is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chigitchakgiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chigitchakgiri 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 Chigitchakgiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chigitchakgiri 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 Chigitchakgiri
Where is Chigitchakgiri located?
Chigitchakgiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chigitchakgiri?
The pincode of Chigitchakgiri is 794005.
What is the population of Chigitchakgiri?
Chigitchakgiri has a total population of 55, including 31 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Chigitchakgiri?
There are 10 households in Chigitchakgiri.
What is the literacy rate in Chigitchakgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chigitchakgiri is 38.18%. Male literacy is 41.94% and female literacy is 33.33%.