Katonggre - Bajengdoba, North Garo Hills
Katonggre is a village situated in the Bajengdoba subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 41 km from Resubelpara and around 121 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katonggre is 274541. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Bajengdoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katonggre
According to the 2011 Census, Katonggre village had a total population of 271 people, including 144 males and 127 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.13%, with male literacy at 51.79% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 271 | 144 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 143 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 58 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 86 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Katonggre
Katonggre 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 Katonggre
Katonggre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Katonggre is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katonggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katonggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Katonggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katonggre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katonggre
Where is Katonggre located?
Katonggre village is located in Bajengdoba Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Katonggre?
The pincode of Katonggre is 794004.
What is the population of Katonggre?
Katonggre had a total population of 271, including 144 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Katonggre?
Katonggre had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katonggre was 43.13%. Male literacy was 51.79% and female literacy was 33.33%.