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.
Okchokgre 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 Okchokgre
As per Census 2011, Okchokgre village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 90 males and 83 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Okchokgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 173, including 90 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Okchokgre?
There are 26 households in Okchokgre.
What is the literacy rate in Okchokgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okchokgre is 58.96%. Male literacy is 71.11% and female literacy is 45.78%.