Nengkra Awe - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Nengkra Awe is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nengkra Awe is 275489. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nengkra Awe
According to the 2011 Census, Nengkra Awe village had a total population of 904 people, including 449 males and 455 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.48%, with male literacy at 69.88% and female literacy at 59.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 872.
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 | 904 | 449 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 117 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 872 | 429 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 232 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 217 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Nengkra Awe
Nengkra Awe 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 Nengkra Awe
Nengkra Awe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Nengkra Awe is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nengkra Awe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nengkra Awe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nengkra Awe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nengkra Awe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nengkra Awe
Where is Nengkra Awe located?
Nengkra Awe village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nengkra Awe?
The pincode of Nengkra Awe is 794111.
What is the population of Nengkra Awe?
Nengkra Awe had a total population of 904, including 449 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Nengkra Awe?
Nengkra Awe had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nengkra Awe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nengkra Awe was 64.48%. Male literacy was 69.88% and female literacy was 59.44%.