Noksi - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Noksi 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 58 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noksi is 274320. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Noksi 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 Noksi
According to the 2011 Census, Noksi village had a total population of 528 people, including 290 males and 238 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.74%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 472.
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 | 528 | 290 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 234 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 144 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 146 | 178 |
Transport and Connectivity of Noksi
Noksi 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 <5 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 Noksi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Noksi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noksi 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 Noksi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noksi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Noksi
Where is Noksi located?
Noksi village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Noksi?
The pincode of Noksi is 794103.
What is the population of Noksi?
Noksi had a total population of 528, including 290 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Noksi?
Noksi had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Noksi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noksi was 44.74%. Male literacy was 56.25% and female literacy was 30.00%.