Askigandi

Askigandi is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Tura.

Askigandi has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Askigandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Askigandi is 272809. Selsella is nearest town to Askigandi village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Askigandi

Below is a concise population overview of Askigandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 944 456 488
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 204 97 107
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 456 239 217
Illiterate Population 488 217 271

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Askigandi village:

  • The total population of Askigandi village is around 944, including approximately 456 males and 488 females, with a sex ratio of 1070 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 204 children aged 0–6 years in Askigandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Askigandi village is about 48.31%, with male literacy at 52.41% and female literacy at 44.47%.
  • There are around 180 households in Askigandi village.

Connectivity of Askigandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Askigandi. As per the 2011 stats, Askigandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Askigandi

Knowing the nearby villages of Askigandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Askigandi.

Shialkandi Kotchugre Balujhora Belbari Upper Wadagokgre Gasbari Khetadhowa Nolbari Bhotdoba Bharalgaon Magurmari

Frequently Asked Questions about Askigandi

Where is Askigandi located?
Askigandi village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Askigandi?
The pincode of Askigandi is 794104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Askigandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Askigandi is 944, with 456 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Askigandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Askigandi village has a total of 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askigandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Askigandi is 48.31%. The male literacy rate is 52.41%, while the female literacy rate is 44.47%.