Gandhipara Koch - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Gandhipara Koch is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Betasing and around 35 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhipara Koch is 273640. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Gandhipara Koch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhipara Koch
As per Census 2011, Gandhipara Koch village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 313 males and 332 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 563 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhipara Koch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 313 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 275 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 214 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 99 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhipara Koch
Gandhipara Koch 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 Gandhipara Koch
Gandhipara Koch 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 Gandhipara Koch is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhipara Koch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhipara Koch village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhipara Koch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhipara Koch 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gandhipara Koch
Where is Gandhipara Koch located?
Gandhipara Koch village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gandhipara Koch?
The pincode of Gandhipara Koch is 794105.
What is the population of Gandhipara Koch?
Gandhipara Koch has a total population of 645, including 313 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Gandhipara Koch?
There are 143 households in Gandhipara Koch.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhipara Koch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhipara Koch is 62.48%. Male literacy is 68.37% and female literacy is 56.93%.