Tokonchi - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Tokonchi is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Betasing and around 41 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tokonchi is 273683. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tokonchi
According to the 2011 Census, Tokonchi village had a total population of 177 people, including 90 males and 87 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.20%, with male literacy at 70.31% and female literacy at 72.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 45 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Tokonchi
Tokonchi 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 Tokonchi
Tokonchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Tokonchi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tokonchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tokonchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tokonchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tokonchi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tokonchi
Where is Tokonchi located?
Tokonchi village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tokonchi?
The pincode of Tokonchi is 794115.
What is the population of Tokonchi?
Tokonchi had a total population of 177, including 90 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Tokonchi?
Tokonchi had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tokonchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tokonchi was 71.20%. Male literacy was 70.31% and female literacy was 72.13%.