New Josha - Kharkutta, North Garo Hills
New Josha is a village situated in the Kharkutta subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from Kharkutta and around 135 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Josha is 275014. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
New Josha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of New Josha
As per Census 2011, New Josha village has a total population of 60 people, consisting of 31 males and 29 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 16 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for New Josha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of New Josha
New Josha 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 New Josha
Public transport in the New Josha 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 Williamnagar to New Josha is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Josha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Josha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in New Josha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Josha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about New Josha
Where is New Josha located?
New Josha village is located in Kharkutta Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Josha?
The pincode of New Josha is 794110.
What is the population of New Josha?
New Josha has a total population of 60, including 31 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in New Josha?
There are 11 households in New Josha.
What is the literacy rate in New Josha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Josha is 73.33%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 65.52%.