Chepagre - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Chepagre is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chepagre is 273888. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Chepagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chepagre
As per Census 2011, Chepagre village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 224 males and 203 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 423 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chepagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 224 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 55 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 222 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 101 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Chepagre
Chepagre 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 Chepagre
Public transport in the Chepagre 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 Chepagre 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 Chepagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chepagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chepagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chepagre 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 Chepagre
Where is Chepagre located?
Chepagre village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chepagre?
The pincode of Chepagre is 794115.
What is the population of Chepagre?
Chepagre has a total population of 427, including 224 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Chepagre?
There are 84 households in Chepagre.
What is the literacy rate in Chepagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chepagre is 53.63%. Male literacy is 54.91% and female literacy is 52.22%.