Tengasot - Kharkutta, North Garo Hills
Tengasot is a village situated in the Kharkutta subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from Kharkutta and around 101 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tengasot is 274987.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tengasot
According to the 2011 Census, Tengasot village had a total population of 352 people, including 203 males and 149 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 734 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.77%, with male literacy at 85.53% and female literacy at 79.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 352 | 203 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 199 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 130 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 73 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Tengasot
Tengasot 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 Tengasot
Tengasot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Tengasot is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tengasot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tengasot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tengasot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tengasot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tengasot
Where is Tengasot located?
Tengasot village is located in Kharkutta Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the population of Tengasot?
Tengasot had a total population of 352, including 203 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Tengasot?
Tengasot had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tengasot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tengasot was 82.77%. Male literacy was 85.53% and female literacy was 79.13%.