Kantasigre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Kantasigre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantasigre is 275746. 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 Kantasigre
According to the 2011 Census, Kantasigre village had a total population of 81 people, including 44 males and 37 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.80%, with male literacy at 71.88% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 21 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kantasigre
Kantasigre 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 Kantasigre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kantasigre.
| 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 Kantasigre is about 63 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 Kantasigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantasigre 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 Kantasigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantasigre 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 Kantasigre
Where is Kantasigre located?
Kantasigre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kantasigre?
The pincode of Kantasigre is 794005.
What is the population of Kantasigre?
Kantasigre had a total population of 81, including 44 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Kantasigre?
Kantasigre had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantasigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantasigre was 67.80%. Male literacy was 71.88% and female literacy was 62.96%.