Warikada - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Warikada is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Warikada is 274834. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Warikada 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 Warikada
According to the 2011 Census, Warikada village had a total population of 209 people, including 107 males and 102 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.07%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 59.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 99 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 41 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Warikada
Warikada 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 Warikada
Public transport in the Warikada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Williamnagar to Warikada is about 62 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 Warikada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Warikada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Warikada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Warikada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Warikada
Where is Warikada located?
Warikada village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Warikada?
The pincode of Warikada is 794110.
What is the population of Warikada?
Warikada had a total population of 209, including 107 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Warikada?
Warikada had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Warikada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Warikada was 67.07%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 59.46%.