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
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Chigijanggre village had a total population of 664 people, including 344 males and 320 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.68%, with male literacy at 82.79% and female literacy at 78.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 656.
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 | 664 | 344 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 664, including 344 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Lower Chigijanggre?
Lower Chigijanggre had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Chigijanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Chigijanggre was 80.68%. Male literacy was 82.79% and female literacy was 78.37%.