Saltop Kurung - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Saltop Kurung is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 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 Saltop Kurung is 273341. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Saltop Kurung 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 Saltop Kurung
According to the 2011 Census, Saltop Kurung village had a total population of 251 people, including 126 males and 125 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.07%, with male literacy at 84.11% and female literacy at 69.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 251 | 126 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 98 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 90 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 36 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Saltop Kurung
Saltop Kurung 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 Saltop Kurung
Public transport in the Saltop Kurung is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Saltop Kurung 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 Saltop Kurung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saltop Kurung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Saltop Kurung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saltop Kurung 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saltop Kurung
Where is Saltop Kurung located?
Saltop Kurung village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Saltop Kurung?
The pincode of Saltop Kurung is 794109.
What is the population of Saltop Kurung?
Saltop Kurung had a total population of 251, including 126 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Saltop Kurung?
Saltop Kurung had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saltop Kurung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saltop Kurung was 77.07%. Male literacy was 84.11% and female literacy was 69.39%.