Upper Nekkora - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Upper Nekkora is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 38 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 Upper Nekkora is 276271. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
Upper Nekkora 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 Upper Nekkora
As per Census 2011, Upper Nekkora village has a total population of 158 people, consisting of 79 males and 79 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Nekkora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Nekkora
Upper Nekkora 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 Upper Nekkora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Upper Nekkora.
| 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 Upper Nekkora 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 Upper Nekkora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Nekkora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Upper Nekkora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Nekkora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Nekkora
Where is Upper Nekkora located?
Upper Nekkora village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Nekkora?
The pincode of Upper Nekkora is 794114.
What is the population of Upper Nekkora?
Upper Nekkora has a total population of 158, including 79 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Upper Nekkora?
There are 31 households in Upper Nekkora.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Nekkora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Nekkora is 62.66%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 54.43%.