Lower Nekora - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Lower Nekora is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Nekora is 276269. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Nekora
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Nekora village had a total population of 581 people, including 300 males and 281 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.83%, with male literacy at 95.42% and female literacy at 92.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 547.
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 | 581 | 300 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 547 | 281 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 229 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 71 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Nekora
Lower Nekora 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 Lower Nekora
Lower Nekora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Lower Nekora is about 62 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 Lower Nekora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Nekora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lower Nekora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Nekora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Nekora
Where is Lower Nekora located?
Lower Nekora village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Nekora?
The pincode of Lower Nekora is 794114.
What is the population of Lower Nekora?
Lower Nekora had a total population of 581, including 300 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Lower Nekora?
Lower Nekora had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Nekora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Nekora was 93.83%. Male literacy was 95.42% and female literacy was 92.17%.