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.
Katuligaon 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 Katuligaon
As per Census 2011, Katuligaon village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 180 males and 182 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katuligaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 180 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 26 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 362, including 180 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Katuligaon?
There are 84 households in Katuligaon.
What is the literacy rate in Katuligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katuligaon is 71.27%. Male literacy is 69.44% and female literacy is 73.08%.