Kanchonkona - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Kanchonkona is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchonkona is 273247. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Kanchonkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanchonkona
As per Census 2011, Kanchonkona village has a total population of 849 people, consisting of 431 males and 418 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 474 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 835 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchonkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 431 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 835 | 422 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 259 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 172 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchonkona
Kanchonkona 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 Kanchonkona
Kanchonkona 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Kanchonkona is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchonkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchonkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchonkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchonkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchonkona
Where is Kanchonkona located?
Kanchonkona village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kanchonkona?
The pincode of Kanchonkona is 794109.
What is the population of Kanchonkona?
Kanchonkona has a total population of 849, including 431 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Kanchonkona?
There are 159 households in Kanchonkona.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchonkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchonkona is 55.83%. Male literacy is 60.09% and female literacy is 51.44%.