Katuligaon - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Katuligaon is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katuligaon is 273828. 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 Katuligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Katuligaon village had a total population of 362 people, including 180 males and 182 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.14%, with male literacy at 81.17% and female literacy at 77.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 357.
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 | 362 | 180 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 26 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 176 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 125 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 55 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Katuligaon
Katuligaon 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 Katuligaon
Katuligaon 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 >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 Katuligaon 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 Katuligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katuligaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katuligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katuligaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katuligaon
Where is Katuligaon located?
Katuligaon village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Katuligaon?
The pincode of Katuligaon is 794115.
What is the population of Katuligaon?
Katuligaon had a total population of 362, including 180 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Katuligaon?
Katuligaon had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katuligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katuligaon was 79.14%. Male literacy was 81.17% and female literacy was 77.33%.