Ganggikona - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Ganggikona is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganggikona is 273912. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Ganggikona 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 Ganggikona
As per Census 2011, Ganggikona village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 159 males and 151 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganggikona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 159 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 157 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 83 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 76 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Ganggikona
Ganggikona 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 Ganggikona
Ganggikona 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Ganggikona is about 85 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 Ganggikona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganggikona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganggikona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganggikona 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 Ganggikona
Where is Ganggikona located?
Ganggikona village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ganggikona?
The pincode of Ganggikona is 794115.
What is the population of Ganggikona?
Ganggikona has a total population of 310, including 159 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Ganggikona?
There are 64 households in Ganggikona.
What is the literacy rate in Ganggikona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganggikona is 47.74%. Male literacy is 52.20% and female literacy is 43.05%.