Defuliapara - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Defuliapara is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Defuliapara is 275998. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Defuliapara 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 Defuliapara
According to the 2011 Census, Defuliapara village had a total population of 259 people, including 135 males and 124 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 82.50% and female literacy at 52.88%. 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 | 259 | 135 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 110 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 99 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 36 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Defuliapara
Defuliapara 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 Defuliapara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Defuliapara.
| 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 Defuliapara is about 51 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 Defuliapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Defuliapara 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 Defuliapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Defuliapara 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 Defuliapara
Where is Defuliapara located?
Defuliapara village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Defuliapara?
The pincode of Defuliapara is 794103.
What is the population of Defuliapara?
Defuliapara had a total population of 259, including 135 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Defuliapara?
Defuliapara had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Defuliapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Defuliapara was 68.75%. Male literacy was 82.50% and female literacy was 52.88%.