Taktaki - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Taktaki is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from Betasing and around 53 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taktaki is 273772. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Taktaki 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 Taktaki
As per Census 2011, Taktaki village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 276 males and 275 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 385 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 526 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taktaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 276 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 266 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 195 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 81 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Taktaki
Taktaki 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 Taktaki
Public transport in the Taktaki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Taktaki is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taktaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taktaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Taktaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taktaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taktaki
Where is Taktaki located?
Taktaki village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Taktaki?
The pincode of Taktaki is 794115.
What is the population of Taktaki?
Taktaki has a total population of 551, including 276 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Taktaki?
There are 105 households in Taktaki.
What is the literacy rate in Taktaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taktaki is 69.87%. Male literacy is 70.65% and female literacy is 69.09%.