Gugrakandi - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Gugrakandi is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gugrakandi is 274013. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Gugrakandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gugrakandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gugrakandi village had a total population of 686 people, including 360 males and 326 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.67%, with male literacy at 74.92% and female literacy at 61.65%.
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 | 686 | 360 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 224 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 136 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Gugrakandi
Gugrakandi 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 Gugrakandi
Gugrakandi 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 >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 Gugrakandi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gugrakandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gugrakandi 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 Gugrakandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gugrakandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gugrakandi
Where is Gugrakandi located?
Gugrakandi village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gugrakandi?
The pincode of Gugrakandi is 794001.
What is the population of Gugrakandi?
Gugrakandi had a total population of 686, including 360 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Gugrakandi?
Gugrakandi had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gugrakandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugrakandi was 68.67%. Male literacy was 74.92% and female literacy was 61.65%.