Bilkona - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Bilkona is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilkona is 276251. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
Bilkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju 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 127 people, consisting of 61 males and 66 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 21 | 35 |
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 facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bilkona.
| 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 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilkona
Where is Bilkona located?
Bilkona village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bilkona?
The pincode of Bilkona is 794114.
What is the population of Bilkona?
Bilkona has a total population of 127, including 61 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Bilkona?
There are 22 households in Bilkona.
What is the literacy rate in Bilkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilkona is 55.91%. Male literacy is 65.57% and female literacy is 46.97%.