Bokda Apal - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Bokda Apal is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bokda Apal is 273483. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Bokda Apal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bokda Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Bokda Apal village had a total population of 111 people, including 51 males and 60 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.07%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bokda Apal
Bokda Apal 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 Bokda Apal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bokda Apal.
| 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 Bokda Apal is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bokda Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bokda Apal 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 Bokda Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bokda Apal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bokda Apal
Where is Bokda Apal located?
Bokda Apal village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bokda Apal?
The pincode of Bokda Apal is 794002.
What is the population of Bokda Apal?
Bokda Apal had a total population of 111, including 51 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Bokda Apal?
Bokda Apal had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bokda Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bokda Apal was 67.07%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 61.36%.