Chiokgre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Chiokgre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiokgre is 273458. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Chiokgre 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 Chiokgre
According to the 2011 Census, Chiokgre village had a total population of 383 people, including 183 males and 200 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 90.26% and female literacy at 85.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 373.
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 | 383 | 183 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 29 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 178 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 44 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Chiokgre
Chiokgre 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 Chiokgre
Public transport in the Chiokgre is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chiokgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Chiokgre is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiokgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiokgre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chiokgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiokgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chiokgre
Where is Chiokgre located?
Chiokgre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chiokgre?
The pincode of Chiokgre is 794002.
What is the population of Chiokgre?
Chiokgre had a total population of 383, including 183 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Chiokgre?
Chiokgre had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiokgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiokgre was 87.78%. Male literacy was 90.26% and female literacy was 85.35%.