Namchapara - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Namchapara is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9.5 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 Namchapara is 275989. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Namchapara 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 Namchapara
According to the 2011 Census, Namchapara village had a total population of 537 people, including 276 males and 261 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.06%, with male literacy at 46.30% and female literacy at 35.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 512.
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 | 537 | 276 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 512 | 254 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 100 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 176 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Namchapara
Namchapara 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 Namchapara
Namchapara 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 Namchapara 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 Namchapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namchapara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Namchapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namchapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Namchapara
Where is Namchapara located?
Namchapara village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Namchapara?
The pincode of Namchapara is 794103.
What is the population of Namchapara?
Namchapara had a total population of 537, including 276 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Namchapara?
Namchapara had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namchapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namchapara was 41.06%. Male literacy was 46.30% and female literacy was 35.35%.