Wakka Akongre - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Wakka Akongre is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from Betasing and around 10 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakka Akongre is 273802. 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 Wakka Akongre
According to the 2011 Census, Wakka Akongre village had a total population of 156 people, including 82 males and 74 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.49%, with male literacy at 80.65% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 32 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Wakka Akongre
Wakka Akongre 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 Wakka Akongre
Wakka Akongre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Wakka Akongre is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakka Akongre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakka Akongre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wakka Akongre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakka Akongre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wakka Akongre
Where is Wakka Akongre located?
Wakka Akongre village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wakka Akongre?
The pincode of Wakka Akongre is 794105.
What is the population of Wakka Akongre?
Wakka Akongre had a total population of 156, including 82 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Wakka Akongre?
Wakka Akongre had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakka Akongre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakka Akongre was 69.49%. Male literacy was 80.65% and female literacy was 57.14%.