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
As per Census 2011, Kongkira village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 75 males and 66 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kongkira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 141, including 75 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Kongkira?
There are 32 households in Kongkira.
What is the literacy rate in Kongkira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongkira is 51.06%. Male literacy is 54.67% and female literacy is 46.97%.