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
As per Census 2011, Chotto-Bolang village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 223 males and 207 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chotto-Bolang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 223 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| 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 has a total population of 430, including 223 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Chotto-Bolang?
There are 77 households in Chotto-Bolang.
What is the literacy rate in Chotto-Bolang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotto-Bolang is 42.79%. Male literacy is 43.95% and female literacy is 41.55%.