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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of New Josha
According to the 2011 Census, New Josha village had a total population of 60 people, including 31 males and 29 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 60, including 31 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in New Josha?
New Josha had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Josha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Josha was 84.62%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 79.17%.