Simakona - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Simakona is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simakona is 276294. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
Population of Simakona
According to the 2011 Census, Simakona village had a total population of 72 people, including 50 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 440 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 72 | 50 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 38 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Simakona
Simakona 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 Simakona
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Simakona.
| 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 Simakona is about 63 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 Simakona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simakona 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 Simakona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simakona 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 Simakona
Where is Simakona located?
Simakona village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Simakona?
The pincode of Simakona is 794114.
What is the population of Simakona?
Simakona had a total population of 72, including 50 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Simakona?
Simakona had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simakona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simakona was 79.31%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 42.11%.