Skera Apal - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Skera Apal is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 60 km from Songsak and around 90 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Skera Apal is 275147. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Skera 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 Skera Apal
As per Census 2011, Skera Apal village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 182 males and 185 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Skera Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 182 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 182 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 111 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 71 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Skera Apal
Skera 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 Skera Apal
Public transport in the Skera Apal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Skera Apal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Skera Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Skera Apal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Skera 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 Skera Apal 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Skera Apal
Where is Skera Apal located?
Skera Apal village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Skera Apal?
The pincode of Skera Apal is 794005.
What is the population of Skera Apal?
Skera Apal has a total population of 367, including 182 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Skera Apal?
There are 70 households in Skera Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Skera Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Skera Apal is 57.49%. Male literacy is 60.99% and female literacy is 54.05%.