Okchokgre - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Okchokgre is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from Zikzak and around 73 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okchokgre is 273882. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Okchokgre
According to the 2011 Census, Okchokgre village had a total population of 173 people, including 90 males and 83 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 87.67% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 90 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 64 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 26 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Okchokgre
Okchokgre 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 Okchokgre
Okchokgre 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 Okchokgre is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Okchokgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okchokgre 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 Okchokgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okchokgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Okchokgre
Where is Okchokgre located?
Okchokgre village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Okchokgre?
The pincode of Okchokgre is 794001.
What is the population of Okchokgre?
Okchokgre had a total population of 173, including 90 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Okchokgre?
Okchokgre had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okchokgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okchokgre was 75.56%. Male literacy was 87.67% and female literacy was 61.29%.