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.
Katonggre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajengdoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katonggre
As per Census 2011, Katonggre village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 144 males and 127 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katonggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 144 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 271, including 144 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Katonggre?
There are 44 households in Katonggre.
What is the literacy rate in Katonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katonggre is 33.58%. Male literacy is 40.28% and female literacy is 25.98%.