Lower Chigijanggre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Lower Chigijanggre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Chigijanggre is 273351. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Lower Chigijanggre 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 Lower Chigijanggre
As per Census 2011, Lower Chigijanggre village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 344 males and 320 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 476 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 656 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Chigijanggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 344 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 656 | 338 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 255 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 89 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Chigijanggre
Lower Chigijanggre 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 Lower Chigijanggre
Public transport in the Lower Chigijanggre is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lower Chigijanggre is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Chigijanggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Chigijanggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Chigijanggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Chigijanggre 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lower Chigijanggre
Where is Lower Chigijanggre located?
Lower Chigijanggre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Chigijanggre?
The pincode of Lower Chigijanggre is 794109.
What is the population of Lower Chigijanggre?
Lower Chigijanggre has a total population of 664, including 344 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Lower Chigijanggre?
There are 128 households in Lower Chigijanggre.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Chigijanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Chigijanggre is 71.69%. Male literacy is 74.13% and female literacy is 69.06%.