Chigitchakgre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Chigitchakgre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from Betasing and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chigitchakgre is 273797. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chigitchakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Chigitchakgre village had a total population of 960 people, including 495 males and 465 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.50%, with male literacy at 80.65% and female literacy at 72.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 929.
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 | 960 | 495 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 929 | 477 | 452 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 321 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 174 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Chigitchakgre
Chigitchakgre 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 Chigitchakgre
Chigitchakgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tura to Chigitchakgre is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chigitchakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chigitchakgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chigitchakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chigitchakgre 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chigitchakgre
Where is Chigitchakgre located?
Chigitchakgre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chigitchakgre?
The pincode of Chigitchakgre is 794105.
What is the population of Chigitchakgre?
Chigitchakgre had a total population of 960, including 495 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Chigitchakgre?
Chigitchakgre had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chigitchakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chigitchakgre was 76.50%. Male literacy was 80.65% and female literacy was 72.21%.