Karawenggiri - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Karawenggiri is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karawenggiri is 275900. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Karawenggiri 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 Karawenggiri
According to the 2011 Census, Karawenggiri village had a total population of 106 people, including 54 males and 52 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.33%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 6.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 42 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 12 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Karawenggiri
Karawenggiri 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 Karawenggiri
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karawenggiri.
| 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 Karawenggiri is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karawenggiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karawenggiri 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 Karawenggiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karawenggiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karawenggiri
Where is Karawenggiri located?
Karawenggiri village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Karawenggiri?
The pincode of Karawenggiri is 794103.
What is the population of Karawenggiri?
Karawenggiri had a total population of 106, including 54 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Karawenggiri?
Karawenggiri had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karawenggiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karawenggiri was 52.33%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 6.98%.