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.
Lower Nekora 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 Lower Nekora
As per Census 2011, Lower Nekora village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 300 males and 281 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Nekora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 300 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| 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 has a total population of 581, including 300 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Lower Nekora?
There are 104 households in Lower Nekora.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Nekora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Nekora is 75.90%. Male literacy is 76.33% and female literacy is 75.44%.