Gandinanggiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Gandinanggiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 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 Gandinanggiri is 275623. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandinanggiri
According to the 2011 Census, Gandinanggiri village had a total population of 46 people, including 23 males and 23 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.71%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gandinanggiri
Gandinanggiri 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 Gandinanggiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gandinanggiri.
| 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 Gandinanggiri 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 Gandinanggiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandinanggiri 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 Gandinanggiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandinanggiri 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 Gandinanggiri
Where is Gandinanggiri located?
Gandinanggiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gandinanggiri?
The pincode of Gandinanggiri is 794005.
What is the population of Gandinanggiri?
Gandinanggiri had a total population of 46, including 23 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Gandinanggiri?
Gandinanggiri had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandinanggiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandinanggiri was 65.71%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 52.94%.