Chengkali - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Chengkali is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chengkali is 275987. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Chengkali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chengkali
According to the 2011 Census, Chengkali village had a total population of 498 people, including 255 males and 243 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.67%, with male literacy at 85.31% and female literacy at 72.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 469.
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 | 498 | 255 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 236 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 180 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 75 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Chengkali
Chengkali 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 Chengkali
Chengkali 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 Chengkali is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chengkali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chengkali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chengkali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chengkali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chengkali
Where is Chengkali located?
Chengkali village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chengkali?
The pincode of Chengkali is 794002.
What is the population of Chengkali?
Chengkali had a total population of 498, including 255 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Chengkali?
Chengkali had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chengkali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chengkali was 78.67%. Male literacy was 85.31% and female literacy was 72.04%.