Dima Chigitchak - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Dima Chigitchak is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dima Chigitchak is 275986. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Dima Chigitchak 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 Dima Chigitchak
According to the 2011 Census, Dima Chigitchak village had a total population of 234 people, including 114 males and 120 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.70%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 67.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 234 | 114 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 60 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Dima Chigitchak
Dima Chigitchak 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 Dima Chigitchak
Public transport in the Dima Chigitchak 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 Dima Chigitchak is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dima Chigitchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dima Chigitchak 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 Dima Chigitchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dima Chigitchak 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 Dima Chigitchak
Where is Dima Chigitchak located?
Dima Chigitchak village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dima Chigitchak?
The pincode of Dima Chigitchak is 794103.
What is the population of Dima Chigitchak?
Dima Chigitchak had a total population of 234, including 114 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Dima Chigitchak?
Dima Chigitchak had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dima Chigitchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dima Chigitchak was 65.70%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 67.05%.