Aragittim - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Aragittim is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from Zikzak and around 83 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aragittim is 274026. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Aragittim 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 Aragittim
According to the 2011 Census, Aragittim village had a total population of 319 people, including 162 males and 157 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.95%, with male literacy at 78.86% and female literacy at 75.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 316.
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 | 319 | 162 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 159 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 65 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Aragittim
Aragittim 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 Aragittim
Aragittim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Aragittim is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aragittim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aragittim 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aragittim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aragittim 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aragittim
Where is Aragittim located?
Aragittim village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Aragittim?
The pincode of Aragittim is 794106.
What is the population of Aragittim?
Aragittim had a total population of 319, including 162 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Aragittim?
Aragittim had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aragittim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aragittim was 76.95%. Male literacy was 78.86% and female literacy was 75.19%.