Kaligaon - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Kaligaon is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaligaon is 273946. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kaligaon village had a total population of 118 people, including 54 males and 64 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.01%, with male literacy at 51.06% and female literacy at 34.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 7 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 30 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kaligaon
Kaligaon 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 Kaligaon
Kaligaon 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Kaligaon 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 Kaligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaligaon 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 Kaligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaligaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kaligaon
Where is Kaligaon located?
Kaligaon village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kaligaon?
The pincode of Kaligaon is 794115.
What is the population of Kaligaon?
Kaligaon had a total population of 118, including 54 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Kaligaon?
Kaligaon had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaligaon was 43.01%. Male literacy was 51.06% and female literacy was 34.78%.