Lower Gasuapara - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Lower Gasuapara is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Gasuapara is 275876. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Lower Gasuapara 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 Lower Gasuapara
As per Census 2011, Lower Gasuapara village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 618 males and 556 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,028 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Gasuapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 618 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 110 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,028 | 538 | 490 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 417 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 201 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Gasuapara
Lower Gasuapara 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 Lower Gasuapara
Public transport in the Lower Gasuapara is mainly available through bus 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 Lower Gasuapara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Gasuapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Gasuapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Gasuapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Gasuapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lower Gasuapara
Where is Lower Gasuapara located?
Lower Gasuapara village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Gasuapara?
The pincode of Lower Gasuapara is 794002.
What is the population of Lower Gasuapara?
Lower Gasuapara has a total population of 1,174, including 618 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Lower Gasuapara?
There are 217 households in Lower Gasuapara.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Gasuapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Gasuapara is 63.20%. Male literacy is 67.48% and female literacy is 58.45%.