Chirakawa

Chirakawa is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Tura.

Chirakawa has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chirakawa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirakawa is 272823. Selsella is nearest town to Chirakawa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chirakawa

Below is a concise population overview of Chirakawa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 323 159 164
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 26 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 90 54 36
Literate Population 216 106 110
Illiterate Population 107 53 54

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chirakawa village:

  • The total population of Chirakawa village is around 323, including approximately 159 males and 164 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Chirakawa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chirakawa village has 90 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chirakawa village is about 66.87%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 67.07%.
  • There are around 63 households in Chirakawa village.

Connectivity of Chirakawa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chirakawa. As per the 2011 stats, Chirakawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chirakawa

Knowing the nearby villages of Chirakawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chirakawa.

Bowabari Ambari Old Bhaitbari Daspara Lower Wadagokgre Nekikona Arigre Songjalgre Gandhipara Gimegre Gimbil Ading

Frequently Asked Questions about Chirakawa

Where is Chirakawa located?
Chirakawa village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chirakawa?
The pincode of Chirakawa is 794104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chirakawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirakawa is 323, with 159 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Chirakawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chirakawa village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirakawa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirakawa is 66.87%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 67.07%.