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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuligaon Koch
According to the 2011 Census, Kuligaon Koch village had a total population of 318 people, including 158 males and 160 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.36%, with male literacy at 73.76% and female literacy at 56.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 317.
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 | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 318, including 158 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Kuligaon Koch?
Kuligaon Koch had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuligaon Koch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuligaon Koch was 65.36%. Male literacy was 73.76% and female literacy was 56.83%.