Chibongga - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Chibongga is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chibongga is 272958. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chibongga
According to the 2011 Census, Chibongga village had a total population of 209 people, including 107 males and 102 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.66%, with male literacy at 70.89% and female literacy at 64.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
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 | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 51 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chibongga
Chibongga 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 Chibongga
Chibongga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chibongga is about 51 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 Chibongga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chibongga 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 Chibongga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chibongga 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 Chibongga
Where is Chibongga located?
Chibongga village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chibongga?
The pincode of Chibongga is 794105.
What is the population of Chibongga?
Chibongga had a total population of 209, including 107 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Chibongga?
Chibongga had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chibongga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chibongga was 67.66%. Male literacy was 70.89% and female literacy was 64.77%.