Kotchugre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Kotchugre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotchugre is 273369. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Kotchugre 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 Kotchugre
As per Census 2011, Kotchugre village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 87 males and 91 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotchugre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 46 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Kotchugre
Kotchugre 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 Kotchugre
Public transport in the Kotchugre is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kotchugre is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotchugre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotchugre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotchugre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotchugre 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotchugre
Where is Kotchugre located?
Kotchugre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kotchugre?
The pincode of Kotchugre is 794109.
What is the population of Kotchugre?
Kotchugre has a total population of 178, including 87 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Kotchugre?
There are 33 households in Kotchugre.
What is the literacy rate in Kotchugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotchugre is 44.38%. Male literacy is 47.13% and female literacy is 41.76%.