Upper Chidinagre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Upper Chidinagre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Chidinagre is 272962. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Upper Chidinagre 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 Upper Chidinagre
As per Census 2011, Upper Chidinagre village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 140 males and 130 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Chidinagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 140 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 140 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 77 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 63 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Chidinagre
Upper Chidinagre 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 Upper Chidinagre
Public transport in the Upper Chidinagre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Upper Chidinagre is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upper Chidinagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Chidinagre 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 Upper Chidinagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Chidinagre 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 Upper Chidinagre
Where is Upper Chidinagre located?
Upper Chidinagre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Chidinagre?
The pincode of Upper Chidinagre is 794105.
What is the population of Upper Chidinagre?
Upper Chidinagre has a total population of 270, including 140 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Upper Chidinagre?
There are 48 households in Upper Chidinagre.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Chidinagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Chidinagre is 50.00%. Male literacy is 55.00% and female literacy is 44.62%.