Kalchengpara - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Kalchengpara is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalchengpara is 272981. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Kalchengpara 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 Kalchengpara
According to the 2011 Census, Kalchengpara village had a total population of 230 people, including 125 males and 105 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.95%, with male literacy at 29.36% and female literacy at 30.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 230 | 125 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 125 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 93 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Kalchengpara
Kalchengpara 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 Kalchengpara
Public transport in the Kalchengpara 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 Kalchengpara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalchengpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalchengpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalchengpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalchengpara 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 Kalchengpara
Where is Kalchengpara located?
Kalchengpara village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalchengpara?
The pincode of Kalchengpara is 794105.
What is the population of Kalchengpara?
Kalchengpara had a total population of 230, including 125 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Kalchengpara?
Kalchengpara had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalchengpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalchengpara was 29.95%. Male literacy was 29.36% and female literacy was 30.68%.