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
As per Census 2011, Namchapara village has a total population of 537 people, consisting of 276 males and 261 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 512 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Namchapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 276 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| 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 has a total population of 537, including 276 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Namchapara?
There are 97 households in Namchapara.
What is the literacy rate in Namchapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namchapara is 31.66%. Male literacy is 36.23% and female literacy is 26.82%.