Kashra Hajong - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Kashra Hajong is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from Betasing and around 50 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashra Hajong is 273624. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Kashra Hajong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashra Hajong
According to the 2011 Census, Kashra Hajong village had a total population of 181 people, including 94 males and 87 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.80%, with male literacy at 51.76% and female literacy at 43.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 50 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kashra Hajong
Kashra Hajong 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 Kashra Hajong
Kashra Hajong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tura to Kashra Hajong is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashra Hajong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashra Hajong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kashra Hajong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashra Hajong 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kashra Hajong
Where is Kashra Hajong located?
Kashra Hajong village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kashra Hajong?
The pincode of Kashra Hajong is 794105.
What is the population of Kashra Hajong?
Kashra Hajong had a total population of 181, including 94 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Kashra Hajong?
Kashra Hajong had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kashra Hajong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashra Hajong was 47.80%. Male literacy was 51.76% and female literacy was 43.24%.