Lower Katongre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Lower Katongre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Katongre is 273295. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Lower Katongre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Katongre
As per Census 2011, Lower Katongre village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 100 males and 112 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Katongre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 100 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 98 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 53 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Katongre
Lower Katongre 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 Lower Katongre
Lower Katongre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lower Katongre is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Katongre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Katongre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Katongre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Katongre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Katongre
Where is Lower Katongre located?
Lower Katongre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Katongre?
The pincode of Lower Katongre is 794109.
What is the population of Lower Katongre?
Lower Katongre has a total population of 212, including 100 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Lower Katongre?
There are 43 households in Lower Katongre.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Katongre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Katongre is 40.09%. Male literacy is 47.00% and female literacy is 33.93%.