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
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Katongre village had a total population of 212 people, including 100 males and 112 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 57.32% and female literacy at 43.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 212 | 100 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 212, including 100 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Lower Katongre?
Lower Katongre had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Katongre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Katongre was 50.00%. Male literacy was 57.32% and female literacy was 43.18%.