Chigitchakgre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Chigitchakgre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chigitchakgre is 273203. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Chigitchakgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre 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 332 people, including 167 males and 165 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.27%, with male literacy at 63.91% and female literacy at 40.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 326.
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 | 332 | 167 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 164 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 85 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 82 | 112 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chigitchakgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chigitchakgre
Where is Chigitchakgre located?
Chigitchakgre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chigitchakgre?
The pincode of Chigitchakgre is 794003.
What is the population of Chigitchakgre?
Chigitchakgre had a total population of 332, including 167 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Chigitchakgre?
Chigitchakgre had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chigitchakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chigitchakgre was 52.27%. Male literacy was 63.91% and female literacy was 40.46%.