Kuligaon Koch - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Kuligaon Koch is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuligaon Koch is 273840. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Kuligaon Koch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuligaon Koch
As per Census 2011, Kuligaon Koch village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 158 males and 160 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuligaon Koch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 157 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 104 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 54 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kuligaon Koch
Kuligaon 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 Kuligaon Koch
Kuligaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Kuligaon Koch is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuligaon Koch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuligaon Koch 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 Kuligaon 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 Kuligaon Koch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuligaon Koch
Where is Kuligaon Koch located?
Kuligaon Koch village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kuligaon Koch?
The pincode of Kuligaon Koch is 794115.
What is the population of Kuligaon Koch?
Kuligaon Koch has a total population of 318, including 158 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Kuligaon Koch?
There are 87 households in Kuligaon Koch.
What is the literacy rate in Kuligaon Koch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuligaon Koch is 57.55%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 49.38%.