Chotto-Bolang - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Chotto-Bolang is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 38 km from Dalu and around 82 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chotto-Bolang is 274228. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Chotto-Bolang 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 Chotto-Bolang
According to the 2011 Census, Chotto-Bolang village had a total population of 430 people, including 223 males and 207 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.12%, with male literacy at 56.32% and female literacy at 51.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 409.
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 | 430 | 223 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 213 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 125 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Chotto-Bolang
Chotto-Bolang 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 Chotto-Bolang
Chotto-Bolang 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 Chotto-Bolang is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chotto-Bolang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chotto-Bolang 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chotto-Bolang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chotto-Bolang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chotto-Bolang
Where is Chotto-Bolang located?
Chotto-Bolang village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chotto-Bolang?
The pincode of Chotto-Bolang is 794103.
What is the population of Chotto-Bolang?
Chotto-Bolang had a total population of 430, including 223 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Chotto-Bolang?
Chotto-Bolang had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chotto-Bolang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotto-Bolang was 54.12%. Male literacy was 56.32% and female literacy was 51.81%.