Akongapara - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Akongapara is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Resubelpara and around 95 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akongapara is 274600. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Akongapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Resubelpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akongapara
According to the 2011 Census, Akongapara village had a total population of 237 people, including 114 males and 123 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.22%, with male literacy at 76.40% and female literacy at 70.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 234.
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 | 237 | 114 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 113 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 46 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Akongapara
Akongapara 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 Akongapara
Akongapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Williamnagar to Akongapara is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akongapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akongapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Akongapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akongapara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akongapara
Where is Akongapara located?
Akongapara village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Akongapara?
The pincode of Akongapara is 794005.
What is the population of Akongapara?
Akongapara had a total population of 237, including 114 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Akongapara?
Akongapara had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akongapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akongapara was 73.22%. Male literacy was 76.40% and female literacy was 70.21%.