Sonamite Koch - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Sonamite Koch is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Betasing and around 38 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonamite Koch is 273670. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonamite Koch
According to the 2011 Census, Sonamite Koch village had a total population of 281 people, including 143 males and 138 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.81%, with male literacy at 67.21% and female literacy at 47.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 280.
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 | 281 | 143 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 143 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 82 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 61 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Sonamite Koch
Sonamite 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 Sonamite Koch
Sonamite 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 Sonamite Koch is about 38 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 Sonamite Koch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonamite 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 Sonamite 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 Sonamite Koch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sonamite Koch
Where is Sonamite Koch located?
Sonamite Koch village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sonamite Koch?
The pincode of Sonamite Koch is 794105.
What is the population of Sonamite Koch?
Sonamite Koch had a total population of 281, including 143 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Sonamite Koch?
Sonamite Koch had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonamite Koch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonamite Koch was 57.81%. Male literacy was 67.21% and female literacy was 47.83%.