Kathalbari-I - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Kathalbari-I is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathalbari-I is 273244. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Kathalbari-I 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 Kathalbari-I
As per Census 2011, Kathalbari-I village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 249 males and 267 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 490 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathalbari-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 249 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 21 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 236 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 208 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 41 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kathalbari-I
Kathalbari-I 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 Kathalbari-I
Kathalbari-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Kathalbari-I is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathalbari-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathalbari-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kathalbari-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathalbari-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathalbari-I
Where is Kathalbari-I located?
Kathalbari-I village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kathalbari-I?
The pincode of Kathalbari-I is 794109.
What is the population of Kathalbari-I?
Kathalbari-I has a total population of 516, including 249 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Kathalbari-I?
There are 102 households in Kathalbari-I.
What is the literacy rate in Kathalbari-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathalbari-I is 75.97%. Male literacy is 83.53% and female literacy is 68.91%.