Kalsingre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Kalsingre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalsingre is 273211. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Kalsingre 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 Kalsingre
According to the 2011 Census, Kalsingre village had a total population of 93 people, including 45 males and 48 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.75%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 20 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Kalsingre
Kalsingre 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 Kalsingre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kalsingre.
| 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 Kalsingre is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalsingre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalsingre 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalsingre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalsingre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalsingre
Where is Kalsingre located?
Kalsingre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalsingre?
The pincode of Kalsingre is 794003.
What is the population of Kalsingre?
Kalsingre had a total population of 93, including 45 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kalsingre?
Kalsingre had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalsingre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalsingre was 63.75%. Male literacy was 73.53% and female literacy was 56.52%.