Lokhikura - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Lokhikura is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokhikura is 274395. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Lokhikura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lokhikura
As per Census 2011, Lokhikura village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 83 males and 103 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,240 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lokhikura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 83 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 62 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 14 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Lokhikura
Lokhikura 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 Lokhikura
Public transport in the Lokhikura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lokhikura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lokhikura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokhikura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lokhikura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokhikura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lokhikura
Where is Lokhikura located?
Lokhikura village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lokhikura?
The pincode of Lokhikura is 794103.
What is the population of Lokhikura?
Lokhikura has a total population of 186, including 83 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Lokhikura?
There are 39 households in Lokhikura.
What is the literacy rate in Lokhikura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokhikura is 68.28%. Male literacy is 83.13% and female literacy is 56.31%.