Wakchikong

Wakchikong is a village located in Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dambo Rongjeng (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Williamnagar.

Wakchikong has its own place in the vibrant East Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Wakchikong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakchikong is 274909. Dambo Rongjeng is nearest town to Wakchikong village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Wakchikong

Below is a concise population overview of Wakchikong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 427 216 211
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 53 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 422 213 209
Literate Population 271 139 132
Illiterate Population 156 77 79

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakchikong village:

  • The total population of Wakchikong village is around 427, including approximately 216 males and 211 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Wakchikong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wakchikong village has 422 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wakchikong village is about 63.47%, with male literacy at 64.35% and female literacy at 62.56%.
  • There are around 75 households in Wakchikong village.

Connectivity of Wakchikong

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakchikong. As per the 2011 stats, Wakchikong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wakchikong

Knowing the nearby villages of Wakchikong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakchikong.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wakchikong

Where is Wakchikong located?
Wakchikong village is situated in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, within the East Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wakchikong?
The pincode of Wakchikong is 793111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wakchikong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakchikong is 427, with 216 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Wakchikong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakchikong village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakchikong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakchikong is 63.47%. The male literacy rate is 64.35%, while the female literacy rate is 62.56%.