Tiksali - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Tiksali is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Betasing and around 47 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiksali is 273645. 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 Tiksali
According to the 2011 Census, Tiksali village had a total population of 42 people, including 22 males and 20 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.35%, with male literacy at 63.16% and female literacy at 38.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Tiksali
Tiksali 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 Tiksali
Tiksali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Tiksali is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiksali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiksali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tiksali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiksali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tiksali
Where is Tiksali located?
Tiksali village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tiksali?
The pincode of Tiksali is 794105.
What is the population of Tiksali?
Tiksali had a total population of 42, including 22 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Tiksali?
Tiksali had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tiksali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiksali was 51.35%. Male literacy was 63.16% and female literacy was 38.89%.