Bilkona - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Bilkona is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilkona is 275992. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Bilkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilkona
According to the 2011 Census, Bilkona village had a total population of 886 people, including 463 males and 423 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.09%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 65.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 816.
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 | 886 | 463 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 816 | 424 | 392 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 250 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 213 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Bilkona
Bilkona 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 Bilkona
Public transport in the Bilkona is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Baghmara to Bilkona is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilkona 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilkona
Where is Bilkona located?
Bilkona village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bilkona?
The pincode of Bilkona is 794103.
What is the population of Bilkona?
Bilkona had a total population of 886, including 463 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Bilkona?
Bilkona had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilkona was 67.09%. Male literacy was 69.06% and female literacy was 65.01%.