Chimagre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Chimagre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimagre is 273417. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Chimagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimagre
According to the 2011 Census, Chimagre village had a total population of 293 people, including 151 males and 142 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.57%, with male literacy at 65.08% and female literacy at 53.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 290.
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 | 293 | 151 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 149 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 82 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 69 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Chimagre
Chimagre 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 Chimagre
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chimagre.
| 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 Chimagre is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimagre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chimagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chimagre
Where is Chimagre located?
Chimagre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chimagre?
The pincode of Chimagre is 794109.
What is the population of Chimagre?
Chimagre had a total population of 293, including 151 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Chimagre?
Chimagre had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chimagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimagre was 59.57%. Male literacy was 65.08% and female literacy was 53.21%.