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
As per Census 2011, Bilkona village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 463 males and 423 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 816 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 463 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 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 has a total population of 886, including 463 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Bilkona?
There are 144 households in Bilkona.
What is the literacy rate in Bilkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilkona is 53.39%. Male literacy is 54.00% and female literacy is 52.72%.