Ganchigre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Ganchigre 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganchigre is 275687. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Ganchigre 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 Ganchigre
As per Census 2011, Ganchigre village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 30 males and 28 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganchigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Ganchigre
Ganchigre 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 Ganchigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ganchigre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ganchigre is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganchigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganchigre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganchigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganchigre 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 Ganchigre
Where is Ganchigre located?
Ganchigre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ganchigre?
The pincode of Ganchigre is 794005.
What is the population of Ganchigre?
Ganchigre has a total population of 58, including 30 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Ganchigre?
There are 10 households in Ganchigre.
What is the literacy rate in Ganchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganchigre is 44.83%. Male literacy is 46.67% and female literacy is 42.86%.