Bolkongpara - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Bolkongpara is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolkongpara is 275541. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolkongpara
According to the 2011 Census, Bolkongpara village had a total population of 41 people, including 25 males and 16 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 640 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Bolkongpara
Bolkongpara 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 Bolkongpara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bolkongpara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Bolkongpara is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bolkongpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolkongpara 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 Bolkongpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolkongpara 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 Bolkongpara
Where is Bolkongpara located?
Bolkongpara village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bolkongpara?
The pincode of Bolkongpara is 794005.
What is the population of Bolkongpara?
Bolkongpara had a total population of 41, including 25 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Bolkongpara?
Bolkongpara had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bolkongpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolkongpara was 83.33%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.