Katholbari II - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Katholbari II 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 62 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katholbari II is 273250. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Katholbari II 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 Katholbari II
As per Census 2011, Katholbari II village has a total population of 1,087 people, consisting of 519 males and 568 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 630 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katholbari II are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,087 | 519 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 45 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 72 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 303 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 407 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 112 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Katholbari II
Katholbari II 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 Katholbari II
Katholbari II 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 Katholbari II is about 62 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 Katholbari II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katholbari II village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katholbari II
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katholbari II 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Katholbari II
Where is Katholbari II located?
Katholbari II village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Katholbari II?
The pincode of Katholbari II is 794109.
What is the population of Katholbari II?
Katholbari II has a total population of 1,087, including 519 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Katholbari II?
There are 229 households in Katholbari II.
What is the literacy rate in Katholbari II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katholbari II is 70.01%. Male literacy is 78.42% and female literacy is 62.32%.