Bondukosa - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Bondukosa is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from Dalu and around 72 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bondukosa is 274308. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Bondukosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bondukosa
According to the 2011 Census, Bondukosa village had a total population of 218 people, including 104 males and 114 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.79%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 81.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 218 | 104 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 102 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bondukosa
Bondukosa 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 Bondukosa
Public transport in the Bondukosa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bondukosa is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bondukosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bondukosa 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 Bondukosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bondukosa 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 Bondukosa
Where is Bondukosa located?
Bondukosa village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bondukosa?
The pincode of Bondukosa is 794103.
What is the population of Bondukosa?
Bondukosa had a total population of 218, including 104 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Bondukosa?
Bondukosa had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bondukosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bondukosa was 79.79%. Male literacy was 78.49% and female literacy was 81.00%.