Sangknigiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Sangknigiri 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangknigiri is 275616. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Sangknigiri 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 Sangknigiri
As per Census 2011, Sangknigiri village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 167 males and 157 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 318 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangknigiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 167 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 162 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 123 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sangknigiri
Sangknigiri 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 Sangknigiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sangknigiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Sangknigiri 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 Sangknigiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangknigiri 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 Sangknigiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangknigiri 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 Sangknigiri
Where is Sangknigiri located?
Sangknigiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sangknigiri?
The pincode of Sangknigiri is 794005.
What is the population of Sangknigiri?
Sangknigiri has a total population of 324, including 167 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Sangknigiri?
There are 55 households in Sangknigiri.
What is the literacy rate in Sangknigiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangknigiri is 70.06%. Male literacy is 73.65% and female literacy is 66.24%.