Reking - Adokgre, North Garo Hills
Reking is a village situated in the Adokgre subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Kharkutta and around 125 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Reking is 275050.
Reking village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Reking
As per Census 2011, Reking village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 130 males and 162 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,246 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Reking are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 130 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 127 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 81 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 49 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Reking
Reking 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 Reking
Reking is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Reking is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Reking
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Reking village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Reking
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Reking village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Reking
Where is Reking located?
Reking village is located in Adokgre Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the population of Reking?
Reking has a total population of 292, including 130 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Reking?
There are 55 households in Reking.
What is the literacy rate in Reking?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Reking is 60.27%. Male literacy is 62.31% and female literacy is 58.64%.