Andarkona - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Andarkona is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Selsella and around 35 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andarkona is 273093. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Andarkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andarkona
As per Census 2011, Andarkona village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 89 males and 90 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andarkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 46 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Andarkona
Andarkona 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 Andarkona
Public transport in the Andarkona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Andarkona is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andarkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andarkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Andarkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andarkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Andarkona
Where is Andarkona located?
Andarkona village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Andarkona?
The pincode of Andarkona is 794105.
What is the population of Andarkona?
Andarkona has a total population of 179, including 89 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Andarkona?
There are 45 households in Andarkona.
What is the literacy rate in Andarkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andarkona is 39.11%. Male literacy is 48.31% and female literacy is 30.00%.