Kentrikona - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Kentrikona 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 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kentrikona is 274028. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Kentrikona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kentrikona
According to the 2011 Census, Kentrikona village had a total population of 650 people, including 331 males and 319 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.67%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 80.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 586.
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 | 650 | 331 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 586 | 281 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 246 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 85 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Kentrikona
Kentrikona 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 Kentrikona
Public transport in the Kentrikona 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 Kentrikona 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 Kentrikona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kentrikona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kentrikona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kentrikona 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kentrikona
Where is Kentrikona located?
Kentrikona village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kentrikona?
The pincode of Kentrikona is 794001.
What is the population of Kentrikona?
Kentrikona had a total population of 650, including 331 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Kentrikona?
Kentrikona had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kentrikona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kentrikona was 83.67%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 80.46%.