Gobrakura - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Gobrakura is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobrakura is 275885. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Gobrakura 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 Gobrakura
According to the 2011 Census, Gobrakura village had a total population of 178 people, including 97 males and 81 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.42%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 46 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gobrakura
Gobrakura 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 Gobrakura
Gobrakura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gobrakura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobrakura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobrakura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobrakura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobrakura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobrakura
Where is Gobrakura located?
Gobrakura village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gobrakura?
The pincode of Gobrakura is 794103.
What is the population of Gobrakura?
Gobrakura had a total population of 178, including 97 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Gobrakura?
Gobrakura had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobrakura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobrakura was 66.42%. Male literacy was 70.83% and female literacy was 61.29%.