Petchong

Petchong is a village located in Kharkutta subdivision of East Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Kharkutta (tehsildar office) and 146km away from district headquarter Williamnagar.

Petchong 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 Petchong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petchong is 275116. Kharkutta is nearest town to Petchong village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Petchong

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 145 69 76
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 13 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 144 68 76
Literate Population 66 34 32
Illiterate Population 79 35 44

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

  • The total population of Petchong village is around 145, including approximately 69 males and 76 females, with a sex ratio of 1101 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Petchong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Petchong village has 144 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Petchong village is about 45.52%, with male literacy at 49.28% and female literacy at 42.11%.
  • There are around 23 households in Petchong village.

Connectivity of Petchong

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

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

Nearby Villages of Petchong

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

Dokongsi B Dokongsi C Gulutgittim Rongchri Matchagipok Mandu Mandadrop Soi Adap Illagittim Rongchim Illagittim Songma Jongkigittim

Frequently Asked Questions about Petchong

Where is Petchong located?
Petchong village is situated in Kharkutta Subdivision, within the East Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Petchong?
The pincode of Petchong is 793111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Petchong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petchong is 145, with 69 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Petchong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Petchong village has a total of 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petchong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petchong is 45.52%. The male literacy rate is 49.28%, while the female literacy rate is 42.11%.