Kotchu Adok - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Kotchu Adok is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Dalu and around 64 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotchu Adok is 274305. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Kotchu Adok 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 Kotchu Adok
According to the 2011 Census, Kotchu Adok village had a total population of 317 people, including 179 males and 138 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 771 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.41%, with male literacy at 82.99% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 317 | 179 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 147 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 122 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 57 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Kotchu Adok
Kotchu Adok 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 Kotchu Adok
Kotchu Adok 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 Kotchu Adok is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotchu Adok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotchu Adok 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 Kotchu Adok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotchu Adok 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kotchu Adok
Where is Kotchu Adok located?
Kotchu Adok village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kotchu Adok?
The pincode of Kotchu Adok is 794103.
What is the population of Kotchu Adok?
Kotchu Adok had a total population of 317, including 179 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kotchu Adok?
Kotchu Adok had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotchu Adok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotchu Adok was 73.41%. Male literacy was 82.99% and female literacy was 60.00%.