Wage Kona - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Wage Kona is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 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 Wage Kona is 276285. 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 Wage Kona
According to the 2011 Census, Wage Kona village had a total population of 233 people, including 109 males and 124 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.97%, with male literacy at 84.95% and female literacy at 85.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 231.
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 | 233 | 109 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 107 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 79 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Wage Kona
Wage Kona 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 Wage Kona
Public transport in the Wage Kona is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Wage Kona 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 Wage Kona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wage Kona 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wage Kona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wage Kona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wage Kona
Where is Wage Kona located?
Wage Kona village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wage Kona?
The pincode of Wage Kona is 794114.
What is the population of Wage Kona?
Wage Kona had a total population of 233, including 109 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Wage Kona?
Wage Kona had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wage Kona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wage Kona was 84.97%. Male literacy was 84.95% and female literacy was 85.00%.