Zikzak

Zikzak is a Town and Subdivision in West Garo Hills District of Meghalaya. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.

According to census 2011 information the sub-district code of Zikzak Block (CD) is 01967. Total area of zikzak subdivision is 322 km². Zikzak subdivision has a population of 74,602 peoples. Zikzak subdivision has a population density of 231.7 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 15,112 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 55.51% population of zikzak subdivision is literate, out of which 60.09% males and 50.80% females are literate.

List of Villages in Zikzak Subdivision

Zikzak Subdivision has a total of 214 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Zikzak Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.

Population of Zikzak Subdivision

The population profile of Zikzak Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.

Basic Population Details

This section offers a snapshot of Zikzak's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.

Social Structure and Density

This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Zikzak Subdivision , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.