Damikchigre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Damikchigre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 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 Damikchigre is 275751. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Damikchigre 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 Damikchigre
As per Census 2011, Damikchigre village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 78 males and 87 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damikchigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 75 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 39 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Damikchigre
Damikchigre 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 Damikchigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Damikchigre.
| 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 Damikchigre 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 Damikchigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damikchigre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damikchigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damikchigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Damikchigre
Where is Damikchigre located?
Damikchigre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Damikchigre?
The pincode of Damikchigre is 794005.
What is the population of Damikchigre?
Damikchigre has a total population of 165, including 78 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Damikchigre?
There are 29 households in Damikchigre.
What is the literacy rate in Damikchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damikchigre is 44.24%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 39.08%.