Chikasingre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Chikasingre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikasingre is 273448. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Chikasingre 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 Chikasingre
According to the 2011 Census, Chikasingre village had a total population of 724 people, including 369 males and 355 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.94%, with male literacy at 54.30% and female literacy at 47.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 656.
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 | 724 | 369 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 78 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 656 | 331 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 158 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 211 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Chikasingre
Chikasingre 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 Chikasingre
Public transport in the Chikasingre is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chikasingre 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 Chikasingre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikasingre 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikasingre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikasingre 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 Chikasingre
Where is Chikasingre located?
Chikasingre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chikasingre?
The pincode of Chikasingre is 794002.
What is the population of Chikasingre?
Chikasingre had a total population of 724, including 369 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Chikasingre?
Chikasingre had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikasingre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikasingre was 50.94%. Male literacy was 54.30% and female literacy was 47.62%.