Bikonggre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Bikonggre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikonggre is 273148. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Bikonggre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bikonggre
As per Census 2011, Bikonggre village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 378 males and 367 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 729 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bikonggre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 378 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 729 | 371 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 267 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 111 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Bikonggre
Bikonggre 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 Bikonggre
Public transport in the Bikonggre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Bikonggre is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikonggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikonggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bikonggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikonggre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bikonggre
Where is Bikonggre located?
Bikonggre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bikonggre?
The pincode of Bikonggre is 794104.
What is the population of Bikonggre?
Bikonggre has a total population of 745, including 378 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Bikonggre?
There are 141 households in Bikonggre.
What is the literacy rate in Bikonggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikonggre is 63.22%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 55.59%.