Bandapara - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Bandapara is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandapara is 275866. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Bandapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandapara
According to the 2011 Census, Bandapara village had a total population of 401 people, including 210 males and 191 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.47%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 69.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 393.
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 | 401 | 210 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 207 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 136 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 74 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Bandapara
Bandapara 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 Bandapara
Public transport in the Bandapara is mainly available through shared van 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 Baghmara to Bandapara is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandapara 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 Bandapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandapara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandapara
Where is Bandapara located?
Bandapara village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bandapara?
The pincode of Bandapara is 794103.
What is the population of Bandapara?
Bandapara had a total population of 401, including 210 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Bandapara?
Bandapara had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandapara was 75.47%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 69.48%.