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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheran Songgitcham
According to the 2011 Census, Cheran Songgitcham village had a total population of 310 people, including 154 males and 156 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.30%, with male literacy at 61.34% and female literacy at 22.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 300.
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 | 310 | 154 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 310, including 154 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Cheran Songgitcham?
Cheran Songgitcham had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheran Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheran Songgitcham was 41.30%. Male literacy was 61.34% and female literacy was 22.66%.