Guripatal - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Guripatal is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guripatal is 275789. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Guripatal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guripatal
As per Census 2011, Guripatal village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 42 males and 37 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guripatal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 14 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Guripatal
Guripatal 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 Guripatal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Guripatal.
| 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 Baghmara to Guripatal is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guripatal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guripatal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guripatal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guripatal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guripatal
Where is Guripatal located?
Guripatal village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Guripatal?
The pincode of Guripatal is 794005.
What is the population of Guripatal?
Guripatal has a total population of 79, including 42 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Guripatal?
There are 16 households in Guripatal.
What is the literacy rate in Guripatal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guripatal is 53.16%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 37.84%.