Teteng Gitok - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Teteng Gitok is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teteng Gitok is 274749. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Teteng Gitok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teteng Gitok
According to the 2011 Census, Teteng Gitok village had a total population of 88 people, including 40 males and 48 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.76%, with male literacy at 57.58% and female literacy at 38.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 21 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Teteng Gitok
Teteng Gitok 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 Teteng Gitok
Public transport in the Teteng Gitok 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Teteng Gitok is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teteng Gitok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teteng Gitok 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 Teteng Gitok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teteng Gitok 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 Teteng Gitok
Where is Teteng Gitok located?
Teteng Gitok village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Teteng Gitok?
The pincode of Teteng Gitok is 794110.
What is the population of Teteng Gitok?
Teteng Gitok had a total population of 88, including 40 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Teteng Gitok?
Teteng Gitok had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teteng Gitok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teteng Gitok was 47.76%. Male literacy was 57.58% and female literacy was 38.24%.