Kuligiri - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Kuligiri is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuligiri is 273858. 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 Kuligiri
According to the 2011 Census, Kuligiri village had a total population of 205 people, including 106 males and 99 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.37%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 205 | 106 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 105 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 38 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kuligiri
Kuligiri 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 Kuligiri
Kuligiri 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 Kuligiri 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 Kuligiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuligiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuligiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuligiri 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuligiri
Where is Kuligiri located?
Kuligiri village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kuligiri?
The pincode of Kuligiri is 794115.
What is the population of Kuligiri?
Kuligiri had a total population of 205, including 106 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Kuligiri?
Kuligiri had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuligiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuligiri was 80.37%. Male literacy was 82.93% and female literacy was 77.78%.