Katchegaon - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Katchegaon 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 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katchegaon is 273829. 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 Katchegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Katchegaon village had a total population of 175 people, including 88 males and 87 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.03%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 70.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 28 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Katchegaon
Katchegaon 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 Katchegaon
Public transport in the Katchegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Katchegaon 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 Katchegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katchegaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katchegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katchegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katchegaon
Where is Katchegaon located?
Katchegaon village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Katchegaon?
The pincode of Katchegaon is 794115.
What is the population of Katchegaon?
Katchegaon had a total population of 175, including 88 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Katchegaon?
Katchegaon had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katchegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katchegaon was 74.03%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 70.13%.