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
As per Census 2011, Kotchu Adok village has a total population of 317 people, consisting of 179 males and 138 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 770 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotchu Adok are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 179 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| 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 has a total population of 317, including 179 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kotchu Adok?
There are 56 households in Kotchu Adok.
What is the literacy rate in Kotchu Adok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotchu Adok is 58.36%. Male literacy is 68.16% and female literacy is 45.65%.