Cheran Songgitcham - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Cheran Songgitcham is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheran Songgitcham is 273128. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Cheran Songgitcham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheran Songgitcham
As per Census 2011, Cheran Songgitcham village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 154 males and 156 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheran Songgitcham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 154 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 148 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 73 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 81 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Cheran Songgitcham
Cheran Songgitcham 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 Cheran Songgitcham
Public transport in the Cheran Songgitcham is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Cheran Songgitcham is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheran Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheran Songgitcham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Cheran Songgitcham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheran Songgitcham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cheran Songgitcham
Where is Cheran Songgitcham located?
Cheran Songgitcham village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Cheran Songgitcham?
The pincode of Cheran Songgitcham is 794104.
What is the population of Cheran Songgitcham?
Cheran Songgitcham has a total population of 310, including 154 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Cheran Songgitcham?
There are 76 households in Cheran Songgitcham.
What is the literacy rate in Cheran Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheran Songgitcham is 32.90%. Male literacy is 47.40% and female literacy is 18.59%.