Meka Adu - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Meka Adu is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meka Adu is 275860. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Meka Adu 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 Meka Adu
As per Census 2011, Meka Adu village has a total population of 47 people, consisting of 27 males and 20 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 740 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meka Adu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Meka Adu
Meka Adu 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 Meka Adu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Meka Adu.
| 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 Meka Adu is about 58 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 Meka Adu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meka Adu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meka Adu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meka Adu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meka Adu
Where is Meka Adu located?
Meka Adu village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Meka Adu?
The pincode of Meka Adu is 794103.
What is the population of Meka Adu?
Meka Adu has a total population of 47, including 27 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Meka Adu?
There are 11 households in Meka Adu.
What is the literacy rate in Meka Adu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meka Adu is 61.70%. Male literacy is 51.85% and female literacy is 75.00%.