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
As per Census 2011, Bondukosa village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 104 males and 114 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bondukosa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 104 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| 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 has a total population of 218, including 104 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Bondukosa?
There are 33 households in Bondukosa.
What is the literacy rate in Bondukosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bondukosa is 70.64%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 71.05%.