Jatrakona-I - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Jatrakona-I is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatrakona-I is 275864. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Jatrakona-I 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 Jatrakona-I
According to the 2011 Census, Jatrakona-I village had a total population of 382 people, including 206 males and 176 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.44%, with male literacy at 67.05% and female literacy at 36.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 346.
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 | 382 | 206 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 170 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 118 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 88 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Jatrakona-I
Jatrakona-I 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 Jatrakona-I
Jatrakona-I 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 Baghmara to Jatrakona-I is about 54 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 Jatrakona-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatrakona-I 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jatrakona-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatrakona-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jatrakona-I
Where is Jatrakona-I located?
Jatrakona-I village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jatrakona-I?
The pincode of Jatrakona-I is 794103.
What is the population of Jatrakona-I?
Jatrakona-I had a total population of 382, including 206 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Jatrakona-I?
Jatrakona-I had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jatrakona-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatrakona-I was 53.44%. Male literacy was 67.05% and female literacy was 36.81%.