Khokapara - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Khokapara is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokapara is 273340. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Khokapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokapara
As per Census 2011, Khokapara village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 155 males and 155 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 155 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 111 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 44 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Khokapara
Khokapara 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 Khokapara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khokapara.
| 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 Khokapara is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokapara 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 Khokapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokapara 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 Khokapara
Where is Khokapara located?
Khokapara village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khokapara?
The pincode of Khokapara is 794109.
What is the population of Khokapara?
Khokapara has a total population of 310, including 155 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Khokapara?
There are 70 households in Khokapara.
What is the literacy rate in Khokapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokapara is 62.58%. Male literacy is 71.61% and female literacy is 53.55%.