Chisakgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Chisakgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chisakgre is 272976. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Chisakgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chisakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Chisakgre village had a total population of 287 people, including 139 males and 148 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.96%, with male literacy at 74.34% and female literacy at 59.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.
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 | 287 | 139 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 139 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 84 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 55 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Chisakgre
Chisakgre 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 Chisakgre
Public transport in the Chisakgre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Chisakgre is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chisakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chisakgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chisakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chisakgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chisakgre
Where is Chisakgre located?
Chisakgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chisakgre?
The pincode of Chisakgre is 794105.
What is the population of Chisakgre?
Chisakgre had a total population of 287, including 139 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Chisakgre?
Chisakgre had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chisakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chisakgre was 66.96%. Male literacy was 74.34% and female literacy was 59.83%.