Chokagre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Chokagre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokagre is 273568. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chokagre
According to the 2011 Census, Chokagre village had a total population of 161 people, including 82 males and 79 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 68.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 38 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Chokagre
Chokagre 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 Chokagre
Public transport in the Chokagre is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chokagre is about 40 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 Chokagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokagre 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 Chokagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokagre 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 Chokagre
Where is Chokagre located?
Chokagre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chokagre?
The pincode of Chokagre is 794002.
What is the population of Chokagre?
Chokagre had a total population of 161, including 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Chokagre?
Chokagre had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokagre was 66.67%. Male literacy was 64.71% and female literacy was 68.97%.