Gairong

Gairong is a village located in Kharkutta subdivision of East Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Kharkutta (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Williamnagar.

Gairong 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 Gairong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gairong is 274943. Kharkutta is nearest town to Gairong village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gairong

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 439 224 215
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 42 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 428 217 211
Literate Population 218 119 99
Illiterate Population 221 105 116

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

  • The total population of Gairong village is around 439, including approximately 224 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Gairong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gairong village has 428 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gairong village is about 49.66%, with male literacy at 53.13% and female literacy at 46.05%.
  • There are around 77 households in Gairong village.

Connectivity of Gairong

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gairong. As per the 2011 stats, Gairong 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gairong

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gairong

Where is Gairong located?
Gairong village is situated in Kharkutta Subdivision, within the East Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gairong?
The pincode of Gairong is 794110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gairong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gairong is 439, with 224 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Gairong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gairong village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gairong is 49.66%. The male literacy rate is 53.13%, while the female literacy rate is 46.05%.