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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalchengre
According to the 2011 Census, Kalchengre village had a total population of 269 people, including 126 males and 143 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.28%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 75.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
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 | 269 | 126 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 269, including 126 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Kalchengre?
Kalchengre had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalchengre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalchengre was 80.28%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 75.86%.