Koikuri - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Koikuri is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Selsella and around 54 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koikuri is 272842. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Koikuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajabala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koikuri
According to the 2011 Census, Koikuri village had a total population of 338 people, including 173 males and 165 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.62%, with male literacy at 89.51% and female literacy at 83.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 338 | 173 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 147 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Koikuri
Koikuri 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 Koikuri
Public transport in the Koikuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Koikuri is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koikuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koikuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koikuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koikuri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koikuri
Where is Koikuri located?
Koikuri village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Koikuri?
The pincode of Koikuri is 794104.
What is the population of Koikuri?
Koikuri had a total population of 338, including 173 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Koikuri?
Koikuri had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koikuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koikuri was 86.62%. Male literacy was 89.51% and female literacy was 83.69%.