Kalchengre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Kalchengre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalchengre is 273477. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Kalchengre 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 Kalchengre
As per Census 2011, Kalchengre village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 126 males and 143 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalchengre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 126 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 122 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 39 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kalchengre
Kalchengre 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 Kalchengre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kalchengre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kalchengre is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalchengre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalchengre 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 Kalchengre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalchengre 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 Kalchengre
Where is Kalchengre located?
Kalchengre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalchengre?
The pincode of Kalchengre is 794002.
What is the population of Kalchengre?
Kalchengre has a total population of 269, including 126 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Kalchengre?
There are 50 households in Kalchengre.
What is the literacy rate in Kalchengre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalchengre is 65.06%. Male literacy is 69.05% and female literacy is 61.54%.