New Harigaon - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
New Harigaon is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 36 km from Selsella and around 26 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Harigaon is 273096. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of New Harigaon
According to the 2011 Census, New Harigaon village had a total population of 270 people, including 135 males and 135 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.90%, with male literacy at 92.38% and female literacy at 66.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 270 | 135 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 97 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 38 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of New Harigaon
New Harigaon 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 New Harigaon
New Harigaon 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 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 New Harigaon is about 26 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 New Harigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Harigaon 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 New Harigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Harigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about New Harigaon
Where is New Harigaon located?
New Harigaon village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Harigaon?
The pincode of New Harigaon is 794105.
What is the population of New Harigaon?
New Harigaon had a total population of 270, including 135 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in New Harigaon?
New Harigaon had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Harigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Harigaon was 78.90%. Male literacy was 92.38% and female literacy was 66.37%.