Raja Apal - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Raja Apal is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 49 km from Songsak and around 95 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raja Apal is 275148. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Raja Apal 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 Raja Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Raja Apal village had a total population of 610 people, including 297 males and 313 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 92.64% and female literacy at 89.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 590.
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 | 610 | 297 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 590 | 287 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 239 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 58 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Raja Apal
Raja 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 Raja Apal
Raja Apal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Raja Apal 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 Raja Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raja 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 Raja 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 Raja Apal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raja Apal
Where is Raja Apal located?
Raja Apal village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Raja Apal?
The pincode of Raja Apal is 794005.
What is the population of Raja Apal?
Raja Apal had a total population of 610, including 297 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Raja Apal?
Raja Apal had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raja Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raja Apal was 90.91%. Male literacy was 92.64% and female literacy was 89.19%.