Fakirkona - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Fakirkona is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 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 Fakirkona is 275887. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Fakirkona 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 Fakirkona
According to the 2011 Census, Fakirkona village had a total population of 463 people, including 249 males and 214 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.42%, with male literacy at 59.31% and female literacy at 59.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 441.
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 | 463 | 249 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 228 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 121 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 128 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Fakirkona
Fakirkona 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 Fakirkona
Public transport in the Fakirkona is mainly available through bus 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 Fakirkona 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 Fakirkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fakirkona 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 Fakirkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fakirkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fakirkona
Where is Fakirkona located?
Fakirkona village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Fakirkona?
The pincode of Fakirkona is 794103.
What is the population of Fakirkona?
Fakirkona had a total population of 463, including 249 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Fakirkona?
Fakirkona had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fakirkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fakirkona was 59.42%. Male literacy was 59.31% and female literacy was 59.55%.