Jarangkona - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Jarangkona is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 29 km from Dalu and around 68 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarangkona is 274307. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Jarangkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarangkona
According to the 2011 Census, Jarangkona village had a total population of 522 people, including 248 males and 274 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.55%, with male literacy at 93.53% and female literacy at 93.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 506.
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 | 522 | 248 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 241 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 188 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 60 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Jarangkona
Jarangkona 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 Jarangkona
Jarangkona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Tura to Jarangkona is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarangkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarangkona 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 Jarangkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarangkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jarangkona
Where is Jarangkona located?
Jarangkona village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jarangkona?
The pincode of Jarangkona is 794103.
What is the population of Jarangkona?
Jarangkona had a total population of 522, including 248 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Jarangkona?
Jarangkona had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarangkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarangkona was 93.55%. Male literacy was 93.53% and female literacy was 93.56%.