Simkalanggiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Simkalanggiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 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 Simkalanggiri is 275617. 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 Simkalanggiri
According to the 2011 Census, Simkalanggiri village had a total population of 157 people, including 76 males and 81 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.13%, with male literacy at 94.92% and female literacy at 87.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 157 | 76 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Simkalanggiri
Simkalanggiri 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 Simkalanggiri
Simkalanggiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Simkalanggiri 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 Simkalanggiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simkalanggiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simkalanggiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simkalanggiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simkalanggiri
Where is Simkalanggiri located?
Simkalanggiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Simkalanggiri?
The pincode of Simkalanggiri is 794005.
What is the population of Simkalanggiri?
Simkalanggiri had a total population of 157, including 76 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Simkalanggiri?
Simkalanggiri had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simkalanggiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simkalanggiri was 91.13%. Male literacy was 94.92% and female literacy was 87.69%.