Kongkira - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Kongkira is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongkira is 273307. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Kongkira 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 Kongkira
According to the 2011 Census, Kongkira village had a total population of 141 people, including 75 males and 66 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.54%, with male literacy at 63.08% and female literacy at 53.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 34 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Kongkira
Kongkira 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 Kongkira
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kongkira.
| 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 Kongkira is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kongkira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongkira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kongkira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongkira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kongkira
Where is Kongkira located?
Kongkira village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kongkira?
The pincode of Kongkira is 794109.
What is the population of Kongkira?
Kongkira had a total population of 141, including 75 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Kongkira?
Kongkira had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kongkira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongkira was 58.54%. Male literacy was 63.08% and female literacy was 53.45%.