Lower Chisikgre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Lower Chisikgre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 63.5 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Chisikgre is 273392. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Chisikgre
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Chisikgre village had a total population of 223 people, including 112 males and 111 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 69.79% and female literacy at 70.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
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 | 223 | 112 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 45 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Chisikgre
Lower Chisikgre 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 Chisikgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lower Chisikgre.
| 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 Lower Chisikgre is about 63.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Chisikgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Chisikgre 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Chisikgre
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 Chisikgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Chisikgre
Where is Lower Chisikgre located?
Lower Chisikgre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Chisikgre?
The pincode of Lower Chisikgre is 794109.
What is the population of Lower Chisikgre?
Lower Chisikgre had a total population of 223, including 112 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Lower Chisikgre?
Lower Chisikgre had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Chisikgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Chisikgre was 70.00%. Male literacy was 69.79% and female literacy was 70.24%.